Residents living in Archway Heights, a north London tower block, have been enduring an ongoing ordeal as scaffolding surrounding their building has become a hub for intruders. The scaffolding has encased the property since 2020, installed after a section of the building’s external cladding detached. People for Places, the housing association responsible for the block,… Continue reading Archway tower block residents face ‘nightmare’ over scaffolding
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Healey: ‘There will be a reduction in the benefits bill’
In an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Chancellor John Healey announced his intention to cut the welfare bill ahead of the upcoming general election. This commitment comes amid growing political debate over government spending on benefits. The Conservative Party has criticized Labour, accusing them of being “addicted to welfare.” Similarly, Reform UK expressed… Continue reading Healey: ‘There will be a reduction in the benefits bill’
Age-checking methods for under-16s social media ban set out
Ofcom has outlined its recommended methods for effectively verifying the ages of social media users across the UK, as part of plans to enforce an upcoming age restriction. From March next year, UK users under 16 will be barred from accessing major platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat under the UK’s new social media… Continue reading Age-checking methods for under-16s social media ban set out
Weight-loss jab boom brings Coventry needles warning for recyclers
The rising use of injectable weight-loss medications, including well-known drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy, has led to an increase in the number of discarded needles appearing at recycling facilities. This trend poses a serious hazard to employees who handle the sorting and processing of household waste. At a recycling plant based in Coventry, workers were… Continue reading Weight-loss jab boom brings Coventry needles warning for recyclers
Mum quit law to voice characters on Netflix show, Spike
Emily McGonagle, a mother from Essex, made a significant career change by leaving her demanding job as a lawyer to pursue voiceover work that allows her to stay at home with her children. Previously working late into the night in the legal sector of London, often finishing around 3 a.m., Emily realized the lifestyle was… Continue reading Mum quit law to voice characters on Netflix show, Spike
Post-SEN support: ‘My autistic son and I feel abandoned and failed by the system’
A mother has expressed deep concern that her son is being overlooked and neglected by the system due to insufficient support for young adults with learning difficulties. Cherrise Lanigan’s son, Callan, who has autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and additional behavioral challenges, recently reached adulthood but faces barriers in accessing the necessary disability… Continue reading Post-SEN support: ‘My autistic son and I feel abandoned and failed by the system’
Newport mum of critically ill baby denied food at Grange Hospital
A young mother faced an upsetting situation when she was denied hospital meals while her infant daughter was critically ill. Sophie Price, 22, was shocked to learn that because she was not breastfeeding her newborn, the hospital staff at Grange University Hospital in Cwmbran, Torfaen, would not provide her with food during her daughter’s treatment… Continue reading Newport mum of critically ill baby denied food at Grange Hospital
NHS Western Isles prescribing weight loss drugs at triple the rate of other health boards
A newly released report from the organization representing pharmaceutical companies provides an unprecedented look into the accessibility of various recently approved medicines by the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC), which evaluates them for safety and cost-effectiveness within the health service. This study examined NHS prescribing patterns across all Scottish health boards over a five-year period, spanning… Continue reading NHS Western Isles prescribing weight loss drugs at triple the rate of other health boards
King dances in the streets of the Bahamas capital
King Charles III was seen dancing in the streets during a parade in Nassau, the capital city of the Bahamas, alongside local officials. This joyful moment was part of his visit to the island nation. During the visit on Tuesday, the King delivered a speech focused on celebrating the achievements and potential of local youth.… Continue reading King dances in the streets of the Bahamas capital
Newspaper headlines: ‘Healey offers cold comfort’ and ‘A £100 trick or treat?’
The Daily Express highlights criticism from Tory leader Kemi Badenoch regarding the recent Budget. In its headline, the paper challenges Chancellor Jeremy Healey with the question, “Really, is that it?” reflecting dissatisfaction with the announced financial plans. Badenoch conveyed that the measures put forward lacked sufficient ambition. According to the report, the Conservative leader expressed… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: ‘Healey offers cold comfort’ and ‘A £100 trick or treat?’