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University of Birmingham film exposes mental health crisis among parent carers

University of Birmingham film exposes mental health crisis among parent carers

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A powerful new short film based on University of Birmingham research is shining a light on the struggles of parents who care for children with disabilities or long-term illnesses and the devastating toll it is taking on their mental health. The film, More than a parent, created by award-winning filmmaker Bhulla Beghal of BlueBell Films […]

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UK to Open Door to Global Talent as Trump Hikes U.S. Visa Fees

UK to Open Door to Global Talent as Trump Hikes U.S. Visa Fees

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Britain will make it easier for high skilled workers to come into the country, Finance Minister Rachel Reeves announced on Tuesday, positioning the UK as a global hub for talent and investment. Her comments came at the opening of Revolut’s new headquarters in London, where she drew a clear contrast with U.S. President Donald Trump’s

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Care Home Operator Fined £29,000 After Worker Injured in Lift Fall

Care Home Operator Fined £29,000 After Worker Injured in Lift Fall

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A care home operator has been fined after a worker suffered serious injuries in a fall caused by a faulty lift. The incident happened at Fairland House in Attleborough and was investigated by Breckland Council, which found that Ashley Care Homes Limited had breached health and safety regulations and failed to maintain safe systems of

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UK Care Home Sector Sees Record Deal Activity as Investor Interest Grows

UK Care Home Sector Sees Record Deal Activity as Investor Interest Grows

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Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has published its Care Market Review 2025, offering in-depth analysis of the UK healthcare business market. The report covers capital markets, land and development, transactional trends, fee rate shifts, operator sentiment, finance, and features insights from Jatin Wouhra, Robert Kilgour, and Oona Goldsworthy. Healthcare remains a strong investment

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London’s Top Dishes That Define the Capital’s Food Culture

London’s Top Dishes That Define the Capital’s Food Culture

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Bone marrow, chocolate cake and clams have been recognised among the top dishes in London, in a celebration of the capital’s evolving food scene that goes far beyond fleeting social media trends. Six of the city’s leading chefs came together to select London’s 25 best food offerings. Each chef nominated ten dishes before gathering in

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Man Admits Sexual Relationship with Teenage Girl After Confessing to Police 10 Years Later

Man Admits S3xual Relationship with Teenage Girl After Confessing to Police 10 Years Later

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A Dereham man who admitted to having a s3xual relationship with a teenage girl more than a decade ago has avoided prison after confessing to police years later. Jason Wall, now 31, began the relationship in 2013 when he was 18 or 19 and the girl was just 13 years old. Norwich Crown Court heard

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New Research Exposes Barriers for Disabled Older Workers in UK Employment

New Research Exposes Barriers for Disabled Older Workers in UK Employment

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The Supporting Disabled Older Workers Project has been released to coincide with National Inclusion Week, an annual event that promotes inclusive workplaces. New research from the Centre for Ageing Better reveals that disabled older workers are almost twice as likely to face negative treatment when applying for jobs or promotions compared to their non-disabled peers.

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‘See it. Say it. Sorted.’ Gets National Refresh as Rail Safety Drive Expands

‘See it. Say it. Sorted.’ Gets National Refresh as Rail Safety Drive Expands

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It has become one of the most familiar and at times irritating mantras of Britain’s railways. Now commuters are set to hear even more of the “See it. Say it. Sorted.” campaign, as the Department for Transport launches a refreshed version of the safety message. Updated announcements will be rolled out on trains and Tubes

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Abuse Overshadows Toftwood Social Club’s Bid to ‘Do Things Differently’

Abuse Overshadows Toftwood Social Club’s Bid to ‘Do Things Differently’

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A Norfolk social club’s attempt to shake up its live music line-up ended in controversy at the weekend after members hurled abuse at a local band. The Naked Lights, an alternative indie group from Norwich, performed at Toftwood Social Club near Dereham on Saturday night in what had been billed as a chance to offer

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