The latest monthly fall in the waiting list, a 23,400 drop from October to November, is the biggest monthly reduction on record. It is also the sixth consecutive month the waiting list has been cut. People waiting over 2 years fell to just under 6,900, down more than 90% from the peak. Provisional December data […]
Time to prioritize self-reliance programmes to manage Africa’s healthcare needs
Thomas, D. 83% of USAID programmes will be cancelled, says Rubio. African Business https://african.business/2025/03/politics/83-percent-of-usaid-programmes-will-be-cancelled-says-rubio (accessed on 12 June 2025). Mandal, S., Nair, S., Sahu, S., Ditiu, L. & Pretorius, C. PLOS Glob. Public Health 5, e0004899 (2025). Article PubMed PubMed Central Google Scholar Renckens, C. N. & Dorlo, T. P. Trop. Med. Int. Health 18, […]
Birmingham council home boost fails to offset critics
A resident of a property on the freshly refurbished Bromford estate in Hodge Hill informed the meeting she had struggled to heat her home in the past. After upgrades, she said she enjoyed a “cosy” and safer home. She said: “I’ve lived in my home for almost 19 years, but the heating issues meant I’d […]
Anlaby Road gas repairs causing ‘real issue’, say Hull councillors
In its response, NGN said it understood the “the frustration caused by the congestion and the impact on daily routines”. It added: “We sincerely apologise for the disruption and appreciate the patience and understanding shown by the community during these essential gas main replacement works. “The closure and all associated traffic management arrangements have been […]
Government may intensify action at Tower Hamlets Council
However, he said the council was not “sufficiently mindful of, or able to assess its own position”, adding that he was concerned the authority had “not understood the severity of its situation”. Reed referred to reports by the council’s external auditor, Ernst & Young, in December, which identified 10 “significant” weaknesses in how the authority […]
Men from Sale and Rochdale arrested in illegal waste dumping probe
Two men have been arrested in connection with the illegal dumping of waste across England. The men, aged 44 and 49 and from Sale and Rochdale, were arrested after a raid by Greater Manchester Police and Environment Agency officers on Tuesday. The suspects were released after interview pending further enquiries, the Environment Agency said. “These […]
Ceredigion County Council Supports National Smartphone Free Childhood Movement
Ceredigion County Council, working closely with schools and families across the county, is pleased to announce its support for the national Smartphone Free Childhood movement, an initiative that promotes a childhood rooted in freedom, play, and meaningful face-to-face connection. About the Initiative The movement encourages parents and carers to delay giving children a smartphone until […]
Utility bill support available through Warwickshire Local Welfare Scheme
A scheme providing financial assistance to help those who may be struggling with their utility bills this winter is now available for a time limited period. The Warwickshire Local Welfare Scheme is distributing funding from the Department for Work and Pensions’ Household Support Fund providing a one-off voucher payment to meet an immediate need and help those who are […]
European Update | The Oireachtas National Parliament Office for the European Union – 19 Jan 2026, 10.00 – Houses of the Oireachtas
This week, MEPs will discuss the EU’s response to President Trump’s claims on Greenland. MEPs and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas will take part in a debate recent events in Iran, as well as the situation in Venezuela following the abduction of Nicolás Maduro and the need to ensure a peaceful democratic transition. On […]
RAF Typhoon fleet strengthened in £205 million boost for British jobs
The Typhoon is the RAF’s primary fighter jet, with the aircraft protecting the UK’s skies around the clock, as well as deploying on operations worldwide. Continuing to upgrade Typhoons was a commitment in the Strategic Defence Review, forming part of the … Source link







