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Dr Raliat Onatade Wins Pharmacist of the Year at Black Healthcare Awards 2025

RPS Fellow Dr Raliat Onatade has won the prestigious Pharmacist of the Year award at the Black Healthcare Awards 2025, hosted by the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN). The annual awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of Black professionals making significant contributions to the UK healthcare sector. Recognition for Innovation and Leadership The […]

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Charity Introduces Green Letter Days to Help Families Affected by Dementia

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Charity Dementia Adventure is launching a series of Green Letter Day dementia-inclusive activities designed to promote social inclusion and improve mental health for those living with dementia, as well as their families, friends, and carers. The initiative will feature a range of engaging activities, including walking cricket, flower arranging, golf days, allotment experiences, boat trips,

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Police, Firefighters Rescue People After Norwich Road Car Crash

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Several people had to be freed from a car following a serious crash on a busy road leading to Norwich on Sunday. The collision occurred on the B1150 North Walsham Road, between North Walsham and Norwich, at around 8.30am. Police and fire crews from Sprowston and Earlham attended the scene, using hydraulic rescue equipment to

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Violence Breaks Out in London as Anti-Asylum Protesters Clash with Counter-Demonstrators

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A police officer was punched in the face as anti-asylum protests outside hotels housing migrants escalated on Sunday, according to the Metropolitan Police. Tensions flared across east London and Essex, leading to multiple arrests and heightened security measures. Four Arrests Made as Clashes Erupt Near Britannia Hotel The Metropolitan Police confirmed four arrests following violent

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8 Acres Celebrates CQC Success with New Orchard

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A Norfolk residential care service, 8 Acres, has planted a new orchard to celebrate its improved Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating, marking a major turnaround after previously receiving an “Inadequate” rating just four months earlier. The latest CQC inspection in July rated 8 Acres, which is part of the National Care Group, as Good in

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Assisted Dying Could Put Extra Pressure on NHS, Social Care, Report Warns

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The introduction of assisted dying in the UK could place significant strain on the NHS, hospices, and social care services unless extensive planning, infrastructure, and funding are provided, according to a new report by the Nuffield Trust. The health think tank, which maintains a neutral stance on whether assisted dying should be legalised, analysed evidence

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Archers Court Nursing Care Home Celebrates Makaton International Awareness Day 2025

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Archers Court Nursing Care Home is proudly celebrating Makaton International Awareness Day today, embracing this year’s theme, “Friendship”, which highlights the importance of communication in building connections and breaking down barriers particularly for people living with speech, language, or communication challenges. Supporting Residents Through Inclusive Communication Makaton is a unique language programme that combines signs,

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Norfolk Mum Registers Unborn Baby for Nursery Amid Childcare Shortage

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A Norfolk mum says she has been forced to register her unborn baby for nursery because of growing concerns over the shortage of childcare places across the county. Mel Simpson, who is currently 32 weeks pregnant, has already started the registration process to secure her baby’s spot months before her due date. She made the

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Scottish Government to Add Biological Sex to Hate Crime Law in Major Policy Shift

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The Scottish government has announced plans to add biological sex as a protected characteristic under Scotland’s Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021. The move follows years of debate, legal challenges, and growing pressure from women’s rights campaigners to strengthen protections against sex-based hate crimes. The proposal is now open for public consultation until

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Prince Harry to Return to UK for WellChild Awards Three Years After Queen’s Death

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The Duke of Sussex will make his first visit to the UK since losing his legal battle with the Home Office over his security arrangements. Prince Harry is set to attend the WellChild annual awards ceremony on September 8, where he will meet children and carers, give a speech, and present the award for the

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