The one commodity that is absolutely essential for the progress of our nation and the well-being of every individual in this country, day in and day out, is energy. From powering our homes to fueling our industries, every aspect of our lives depends on a secure and reliable energy supply. That is why it is …
A summer resurgence in Covid cases has led to the reintroduction of face mask rules in some GP surgeries. This decision comes after the detection of a new variant. One practice in Leicester reinstated the guidance as a precautionary measure to protect vulnerable patients, while another in Essex did the same due to an increasing …
Brits will soon have access to a new online dashboard that will allow them to track Covid, flu, and other respiratory virus outbreaks. The dashboard, set to launch later this month, aims to increase public health awareness by providing data on a range of viruses alongside existing Covid updates. It will replace the current Covid …
Britain’s booster jab drive faced potential chaos just one day after the autumn roll-out began due to a shortage of doses at surgeries and chemists. General practitioners (GPs) have expressed concerns that they may not have enough Covid and flu vaccines due to delivery cancellations. Pharmacists are also reportedly worried about the availability of doses …
Millions of UK residents now have the opportunity to receive Covid and flu vaccinations as the autumn roll-out begins. This comes as concerns grow regarding the new Pirola variant, scientifically known as BA.2.86. Health experts fear that this strain could pose a significant threat to the NHS as it enters the typically busier autumn period. …
The cost of attending university is extremely high. Students in England typically pay £9,250 per year for tuition fees, resulting in a total of £27,750 for a three-year degree. In addition to this, students also need to consider living expenses and rent, which can bring the total cost of a degree to around £60,000. It …
Former Hong Kong governor Chris Patten’s vision for the police force is a far cry from what it has become. Patten’s plans were once seen as a global gold standard for best practice, but recent events have tarnished that reputation. In a major data leak this summer, personal details of PSNI members fell into the …
Parents of students who took their GCSEs today have expressed criticism of the “unfair” return to pre-pandemic grading, while one union has called for another year of transition. Hundreds of thousands of British teenagers received their results today, with grading in England returning to pre-pandemic levels. However, experts have noted that students have faced disruptions …
Get ready because tomorrow you’ll have the incredible opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of Northern England. This dazzling spectacle is the result of an extraordinary “cannibal” solar storm that has swept across the Earth. While coronal mass ejections (CMEs) are relatively common, scientists are intrigued by the …
In a somber revelation today, bereaved families shared their experiences of how Covid victims were treated as if they were “toxic waste,” with their personal belongings being placed in Tesco carrier bags. This distressing insight was presented to the UK Covid Inquiry by campaign groups, who emphasized the “human cost” of the nation’s lack of …