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Tory MP Wants Government To “Redouble Efforts” To Fix Mental Health Crisis
Tory MP Wants Government To “Redouble Efforts” To Fix Mental Health Crisis
Health
A Conservative MP has said the government needs to “redouble its efforts” to properly research and prioritise NHS mental health treatment, and suggested that the new Major Conditions Strategy presents an opportunity to review the effectiveness and choice available in NHS therapy services.
Tory MP Wants Government To 'Throw The Kitchen Sink' At ADHD Backlog In NHS
Health
Tory MP Wants Government To "Throw The Kitchen Sink" At ADHD Backlog In NHS
After Six Months In No 10, Fixing The NHS Is Still Rishi Sunak’s Biggest Test
Health
After Six Months In No 10, Fixing The NHS Is Still Rishi Sunak’s Biggest Test
Nurses Strike Cut Short By Government Legal Challenge
Health
Nurses Strike Cut Short By Government Legal Challenge
Senior Tory Tells Rishi Sunak To Take “Leap Of Faith” And Offer Doctors New Pay Deal
Health
Senior Tory Tells Rishi Sunak To Take “Leap Of Faith” And Offer Doctors New Pay Deal
'Institutional Racism' Is Driving High Rate Of Black Maternity Deaths, Says Labour MP
Health
"Institutional Racism" Is Driving High Rate Of Black Maternity Deaths, Says Labour MP
Union Boss Says Nurse Strikes Could Go 'Right Up Until Christmas'
Health
Union Boss Says Nurse Strikes Could Go "Right Up Until Christmas"
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Standardising our hospital design – a national opportunity Partner content
Health
By WSP
Standardising our hospital design – a national opportunity
Open letter to G7 Leaders in advance of the 49th Summit in Hiroshima Partner content
Health
By Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases
Open letter to G7 Leaders in advance of the 49th Summit in Hiroshima
If loneliness were a disease we would be searching for a cure
Health
By Dean Russell MP
If loneliness were a disease we would be searching for a cure
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Restless Shadow Ministers Want Keir Starmer To Shake Up Labour's Top Team
Restless Shadow Ministers Want Keir Starmer To Shake Up Labour's Top Team
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Revealed: the postcode lottery in child and adolescent mental health care
Health
By Justine Smith
Revealed: the postcode lottery in child and adolescent mental health care
An FOI investigation by The House has uncovered a postcode lottery in child and adolescent mental health care, with some desperate young people waiting up to four years for help.
I fight every day to care for my patients – but junior doctors are at breaking point
Health
By Anonymous junior doctor
I fight every day to care for my patients – but junior doctors are at breaking point
One family told me their mum had only been waiting six hours on the floor for an ambulance. Only six hours. For a moment I thought this was a positive outcome. A patient in their 80s, lying on a cold hard floor for the equivalent of three quarters of my shift and I felt this was good patient care.
The infected blood scandal – how a key warning was ignored
Health
By Tom Sasse
The infected blood scandal – how a key warning was ignored
With the Infected Blood Inquiry nearing its conclusion, The House has heard that the then-department of health ignored and downplayed calls in the early 1980s to mitigate risks and warn patients. Tom Sasse reports.
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Partner content
Coronavirus
By Railway Industry Association
RIA launches new online mini-series to support rail exports
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has launched three webinars, in partnership with the Department of International Trade (DIT), to support UK rail companies looking to export.
New stats show 4,000 care home deaths in a fortnight from coronavirus
Coronavirus
New stats show 4,000 care home deaths in a fortnight from coronavirus
The number of deaths in care homes from coronavirus hit 4,343 in a two-week period, according to new figures.
Committee chairs protest Government plans to 'undermine' scrutiny
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Committee chairs protest Government plans to "undermine" scrutiny
Influential backbenchers have tabled an amendment to try to prevent the Government installing its own choice as chair of the powerful Liaison Committee
Coronavirus
By Building Societies Association
Lenders grant 1.6 million payment holidays to mortgage holders
Lenders have given over 1.6 million mortgage payment holidays as of Friday 24 April 2020 to support customers facing financial difficulties due to coronavirus, UK Finance reveals today.
We need targeted measures in the Domestic Abuse Bill to improve support for survivors through the coronavirus crisis and beyond
Coronavirus
By Christine Jardine MP
We need targeted measures in the Domestic Abuse Bill to improve support for survivors through the coronavirus crisis and beyond
The Covid-19 crisis has added incredible urgency to the issue of tackling domestic abuse. The priority right now must be to ensure anyone who finds themselves at risk of harm can get help.
Brits least likely to support easing lockdown until coronavirus is contained - new poll
Coronavirus
Brits least likely to support easing lockdown until coronavirus is contained - new poll
Brits are the least likely among comparable nations to support an easing of lockdown restrictions until the coronavirus is contained, a new poll has shown
EXCL Anger as Priti Patel stands by ‘mean and counterproductive’ migrant Universal Credit ban amid coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
EXCL Anger as Priti Patel stands by ‘mean and counterproductive’ migrant Universal Credit ban amid coronavirus crisis
Priti Patel has batted away calls to suspend “mean and counterproductive” rules that bar some migrants from accessing Universal Credit during the coronavirus crisis.
Universal Credit has never been enough to support families, we need a universal basic income
Coronavirus
By Drew Hendry MP
Universal Credit has never been enough to support families, we need a universal basic income
When this pandemic ends, the economic recovery is going to be long and hard. A universal basic income will help settle economic stability and lead to increased spending in local economies, supporting businesses and communities.
Coronavirus: Matt Hancock says he would re-use PPE if clinical guidance said so as he defends Government strategy
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Matt Hancock says he would re-use PPE if clinical guidance said so as he defends Government strategy
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said he would be personally willing to wear re-used protective equipment, as he defended government efforts to get vital gear to the coronavirus frontline.
After lockdown, it is crucial we don't abandon our newfound concern for each other Partner content
Coronavirus
By Equality and Human Rights Commission
After lockdown, it is crucial we don't abandon our newfound concern for each other
The coronavirus response must protect the most vulnerable in society for the long-term.
Coronavirus: Britain to hold minute’s silence for key workers amid fresh calls to ramp up PPE supply
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Britain to hold minute’s silence for key workers amid fresh calls to ramp up PPE supply
Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer will be among those taking part in a minute’s silence on Tuesday for key workers who have died with the coronavirus.
Veterans Aid: Thinking about tomorrow... but acting today Partner content
Coronavirus
By Veterans Aid
Veterans Aid: Thinking about tomorrow... but acting today
Charities across the country are facing imminent failure due to the impact of coronavirus. CEO of Veterans Aid, Dr Hugh Milroy, explains to Glyn Strong why the charity’s model has enabled it to operate effectively under lockdown restrictions and what the long term implications are for others in the sector.
Delaying justice will leave us with no barristers to pick up the pieces Partner content
Coronavirus
By Bar Council
Delaying justice will leave us with no barristers to pick up the pieces
Law and order must not go off into the long grass, the Bar Council has warned after releasing new findings from the barristers’ profession.
Working women, the young and low-paid hardest hit by coronavirus, think tank warns
Coronavirus
Working women, the young and low-paid hardest hit by coronavirus, think tank warns
Working women, the young and low-paid workers are the most likely to be impacted by the health and economic effects of the coronavirus, a leading think tank has said.
China’s lies about coronavirus could be costing the world hundreds of thousands of lives
Coronavirus
By Damian Collins MP
China’s lies about coronavirus could be costing the world hundreds of thousands of lives
For the sake of China’s future status, it now needs to be an honest broker, and put the health of the world above internal politics and oppression.
Families of NHS staff who die on coronavirus frontline to get £60,000
Coronavirus
Families of NHS staff who die on coronavirus frontline to get £60,000
The families of NHS and social care staff who die as a result of their work responding to the coronavirus outbreak will get £60,000 in compensation, Matt Hancock has announced.
Only 33 prisoners released early under coronavirus scheme as minster admits progress ‘careful and slow’
Coronavirus
Only 33 prisoners released early under coronavirus scheme as minster admits progress ‘careful and slow’
Just 33 prisoners have been released early from prison under a plan to safeguard jails from coronavirus, the Government has confirmed.
Rishi Sunak unveils coronavirus ‘bounce back’ micro-lending plan but resists full state backing for bigger loans
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak unveils coronavirus ‘bounce back’ micro-lending plan but resists full state backing for bigger loans
Rishi Sunak has unveiled a new state-backed loan scheme for small businesses in a bid to help them “survive” the coronavirus crisis.
Coronavirus
By Betting And Gaming Council
BGC members to remove TV and radio gaming advertising during Covid-19 lockdown
The UK’s largest betting and gaming operators in the regulated sector are set to voluntarily remove all TV and radio product advertising during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Boris Johnson backs minute's silence for NHS workers killed by coronavirus
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson backs minute's silence for NHS workers killed by coronavirus
Boris Johnson is set to take part in a minute's silence to pay tribute to NHS workers who have died from coronavirus.
Public gets chance to ask coronavirus questions as Number 10 opens up daily press briefing
Coronavirus
Public gets chance to ask coronavirus questions as Number 10 opens up daily press briefing
Members of the public will be given the chance to ask questions at the daily Downing Street coronavirus press conferences.
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Coronavirus
By British Veterinary Association
Vets urge government to relieve struggling practices of business rates burden
The UK’s largest membership body for the veterinary profession is warning that many practices may not survive unless the Government grants them access to business rates relief and other financial support for businesses affected by Covid-19.
Coronavirus
By Bar Council
New research: Delaying justice will leave us with no barristers to pick up the pieces
Law and order must not go off into the long grass, the Bar Council has warned after releasing new findings from the barristers’ profession today.
Coronavirus
By Chartered Institute of Building
Industry bodies call on Scottish Government to implement gradual re-opening of construction sites
Bodies representing over 13,000 skilled and trainee construction and property professionals in Scotland today call on Scottish Government to implement a gradual re-opening of non-essential building sites, within the parameters of health and safety requirements, as soon as possible.
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Net Zero Week 2023
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Online
Net Zero Week 2023
Women into Leadership Online
2023
Online
Women into Leadership Online
Green Infrastructure Week 2023
2023
Online
Green Infrastructure Week 2023