Mothers came to harm at maternity unit says report
Mothers and newborn babies came to harm because of staffing shortages and a "toxic" culture, a whistleblowing investigation says.
California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites
California lawmakers will consider a bill to require labels on social media platforms warning of their effects on young people’s lives.
Fury as bombshell report warns dire state of military homes making troops leave
Parliament's Defence Committee said the UK's armed forces are being forced to live in 'shocking' accommodation with damp and mould - raising fears many will leave the military
Horror state of women's NHS care exposed - as BBC host 'screamed place down' at painful procedure
In a searing report, the Commons’ Women and Equalities Committee hit out at 'medical misogyny' and a lack of education resulting in women suffering for years across the country
Damp and mouldy housing could see personnel leave military
MPs want to see military housing improved but say they are "not confident" funds will be available.
Shoplifting unit make nearly 100 arrests and disrupt dozens of gangs
A new police unit set up to tackle the spiraling shoplifting epidemic make nearly 100 arrests and disrupt dozens of crime gangs in sweeping operation.
Pothole drivers claim £2m of Derbyshire council's cash over just one year
Derbyshire County Council is facing a significant increase in pothole damage compensation claims linked to storms
Rights of special needs students must be prioritised and protected, says education minister
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon, is stressing that the rights of students with special needs across Jamaica must be prioritised and protected. Speaking during a recent visit to Green Island High...
EXCLUSIVE: NHS Tayside data breach probe after 125 patient records released in error
Health board chiefs are conducting an internal review after an intervention by The Courier prevented patient records leaking on to the internet.
Māori leaders pen open letter calling on King Charles III to stop coalition's 'attack' on Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Hundreds have signed an open letter asking the King to step in over the government's policies relating to Māori.
93 gang members behind £4m in thefts arrested in nationwide shoplifting crackdown
A police squad set up to stem the rising tide of shoplifting has arrested 93 members of organised crime gangs behind retail theft in seven months.
Knife Angel is backdrop to Perth seminar on violence
Perth and Kinross councillor Tom McEwan said: “The Knife Angel is an extremely powerful piece of art but it is important we continue to work with people in all of our communities to address knife crime."
UK lawmaker Iqbal opposes ex-minister’s call to ban first-cousin marriages
Ex-minister cites research on serious health risks; independent MP argues ban would be ineffective, suggests awareness programmes.
Can you solve GCHQ's Christmas puzzle? Put your brain to the test against Britain's top spies
Secretive UK spy agency GCHQ has released its annual Christmas problem solving challenge.
Will CBSE'S two-level exam model for Science, Social Science limit students?
How has CBSE's two-level Mathematics model impacted student learning and academic stress? Can this new approach provide a solution to diverse learning needs while aligning with the goals of NEP 2020?
District announces new hire
A new engineering technician is ready to bring experience and expertise to the District of Sicamous.
Punjab govt announces new policy for play schools, focus on health and intellectual development of children
Punjab: The new guidelines also address private schools' financial policies. The pricing structure will be transparent, and schools will not be allowed to impose arbitrary gifts or capitation fees. The govt will guarantee that parents are not subjected to excessive financial strain by setting fees.
Plymouth police officer praised for incredible work safeguarding children
Pc Mike Smith launched campaign to raise awareness of the exploitation of young people and how the public can help prevent it
Bristol area knife crime country's fifth-highest over past five years
But there has been a significant reduction over the past six months
New narcotics stations set up in Mizoram to combat drug menace
In a bid to combat drug abuse and reduce the supply of narcotics in Mizoram, Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday inaugurated two new excise and narcotics stations at Saitual and Khawzawl, the...
Research captures plight of British children trapped in dire camps conditions
British children's lives are being devastated by the UK's unprecedented use of citizenship stripping, says new research from Lancaster University.
Speeding rates cut as drivers visited at home and warned by police instead of being issued penalties
Police have targeted 'repeat offenders' with sic new cameras going up in 'hotspot' driving areas of Bolton
Should I let my teenager try alcohol?
Some parents think introducing alcohol to their kids at a young-ish age "like the French" is a good idea. It's not.
Family and sexual violence: Government's action plan makes little progress
Nationwide efforts to combat family and sexual violence are not getting results, with government agencies blamed for poor access to services.
Children spending more time on their PHONES than in class - research 
Nearly a fifth of youngsters spend upwards of six hours on their smartphones each day, according to the study for a new TV show.
Government warned more soldiers could quit over damp and mould in barracks
A cross-party group of MPs has said that more people could leave the military due to poor accommodation if the Government does not take action on the issue
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