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Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Health
The government's welfare bill has passed a House of Commons vote after another major concession to Labour rebels.
Government Offers Major Eleventh Hour Concession On Welfare Reforms
Health
Government Offers Major Eleventh Hour Concession On Welfare Reforms
No Reason Why Lords Can't Vote On 'Terrible' Assisted Dying Bill, Says Tory Peer
Health
No Reason Why Lords Can't Vote On "Terrible" Assisted Dying Bill, Says Tory Peer
Labour Must Deliver On NHS and Cost Of Living To Have Chance Of Retaining Power, Says Leading Pollster
Health
Labour Must Deliver On NHS and Cost Of Living To Have Chance Of Retaining Power, Says Leading Pollster
MPs Vote To Allow Assisted Dying Bill To Proceed
Health
MPs Vote To Allow Assisted Dying Bill To Proceed
Public Expects To See Improvements In NHS, Schools And Housing Before The Next General Election
Health
Public Expects To See Improvements In NHS, Schools And Housing Before The Next General Election
Labour Whip Quits In First Frontbench Resignation Over Welfare Reforms
Health
Labour Whip Quits In First Frontbench Resignation Over Welfare Reforms
Opinion
Failure on the NHS is not an option
Health
By Praful Nargund
Failure on the NHS is not an option
The assisted dying bill isn't safe for disabled people – that's why I will fight it in the Lords
Health
By Baroness Grey-Thompson
The assisted dying bill isn't safe for disabled people – that's why I will fight it in the Lords
I will vote against the Welfare Bill - I don’t want anyone to feel the regret I've had since 2015
Health
By Emma Lewell MP
I will vote against the Welfare Bill - I don’t want anyone to feel the regret I've had since 2015
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Labour MPs Demand Colleagues Lose Whip Over Palestine Action Vote
Labour MPs Demand Colleagues Lose Whip Over Palestine Action Vote
Foreign affairs
Net Zero Week in Parliament 2025 ##sash##
Net Zero Week in Parliament 2025
Energy
Rachel Reeves: Hero of the Left
Rachel Reeves: Hero of the Left
By Tim Leunig
Political parties
One Year After The General Election: Where Are Former MPs Now?
One Year After The General Election: Where Are Former MPs Now?
Political parties
House of Lords To Move To QEII Centre While Parliament Restored
House of Lords To Move To QEII Centre While Parliament Restored
Parliament
Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Welfare Bill Passes House Of Commons Vote After Day Of Pain For Government
Health
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The Secret Social Worker: 'It Feels Relentless And The Gaps Are Just Too Big For Us To Fill'
Health
The Secret Social Worker: 'It Feels Relentless And The Gaps Are Just Too Big For Us To Fill'
A mental health social worker takes us through a typical day in the job, from disappointing patients to dealing with abuse and threats
How to resolve the modern care dilemma: drop the obsession with GDP
Health
By Miriam Cates
How to resolve the modern care dilemma: drop the obsession with GDP
Resolving the modern care dilemma means putting family at the heart of the economy, writes Miriam Cates. But the challenges to implementing this conservative plan for care come from all sides – including the ‘ultra-online right’
Stephen Kinnock: 'I have a really personal understanding of what people are going through'
Health
By Sienna Rodgers
Stephen Kinnock: 'I have a really personal understanding of what people are going through'
Stephen Kinnock is responsible for tackling one of the biggest challenges the government faces: social care. The health minister talks to Sienna Rodgers about charging reforms, professionalising the workforce and his family’s experiences with care
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Robert Jenrick Admits “There Will Be Delay” In Over 50s Getting First Vaccine Dose But Insists April Target Will Be Met
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Robert Jenrick Admits “There Will Be Delay” In Over 50s Getting First Vaccine Dose But Insists April Target Will Be Met
Issues over Covid-19 vaccine supply revealed by NHS England will result in “some delay” for the over-50s in getting their first jab, a senior Cabinet minister has admitted.
People who rely on social care can’t afford to keep waiting for reform
Health
By Barbara Keeley MP
People who rely on social care can’t afford to keep waiting for reform
When the government finally brings forward its proposals for social care reform, they must to do more than prop up a failing system and tinker with funding.
NHS Warns Of Vaccine Shortage Next Month As UK Hits 25 Million Jab Milestone
Coronavirus
NHS Warns Of Vaccine Shortage Next Month As UK Hits 25 Million Jab Milestone
News that the UK has vaccinated 25 million people was overshadowed on Wednesday after it was revealed that the NHS faces major shortages of vaccine doses next month.
Thousands Of Weddings Face Cancellation After Government Clarifies “Unclear” Covid Rules
Coronavirus
Thousands Of Weddings Face Cancellation After Government Clarifies “Unclear” Covid Rules
The government has confirmed that the majority of weddings cannot resume from 12 April as expected, despite the official roadmap suggesting they could go ahead with 15 guests.
Brussels Threatens To Block Exports Of Covid Vaccines From EU To UK Amid Row Over AstraZeneca Supply
Coronavirus
Brussels Threatens To Block Exports Of Covid Vaccines From EU To UK Amid Row Over AstraZeneca Supply
The EU is threatening to block exports of vaccines to countries including the UK saying Europe must “get its fair share”.
Matt Hancock Claims 1% NHS Pay-Rise Is An Above Inflation Increase Despite Official Forecasts
Coronavirus
Matt Hancock Claims 1% NHS Pay-Rise Is An Above Inflation Increase Despite Official Forecasts
Matt Hancock has doubled down on his claims nurses will see get a real-terms pay increase despite official forecasts suggesting the planned increase will be below the rate of inflation.
UK Defends AstraZeneca Covid Vaccine After EU Countries Pause Use Over Blood Clot Fear
Coronavirus
UK Defends AstraZeneca Covid Vaccine After EU Countries Pause Use Over Blood Clot Fear
The UK’s political leaders and medical regulators have sought to defend the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine after a hots of European countries paused its rollout.
Senior MPs back calls for a new approach to '6G’ technology Partner content
Health
By The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Senior MPs back calls for a new approach to '6G’ technology
MPs have welcomed calls from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) for a new approach to mobile digital technology which prioritises societal benefits over a focus on “ever higher data speed”.
Priti Patel Warns Brits Not To Attend More Protests And Backs Police Despite Scenes At Sarah Everard Vigil
Coronavirus
Priti Patel Warns Brits Not To Attend More Protests And Backs Police Despite Scenes At Sarah Everard Vigil
The home secretary has warned Brits not to attend further protests despite the anger caused by the way police handled a vigil for Sarah Everard.
Germany Suspends Use Of AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine Amid Concerns Over Blood Clots
Coronavirus
Germany Suspends Use Of AstraZeneca Covid-19 Vaccine Amid Concerns Over Blood Clots
Germany has become the latest European nation to suspend the use of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine amid concerns it may be linked to blood clots.
47% Say Cressida Dick Should Not Resign Over Police Handling Of Sarah Everard Vigil
Coronavirus
47% Say Cressida Dick Should Not Resign Over Police Handling Of Sarah Everard Vigil
A new poll has found overwhelming support for Cressida Dick to continue as Met police commissioner despite police handling of Saturday's Sarah Everard vigil – double the number of those who said she should resign.
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Health
By British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT)
BANT calls time on counting calories over promoting food quality and nutrients
The time has come to recognise the folly of counting calories in favour of recognising the importance of food quality and nutrient diversity says BANT (British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine) in their new Food for your Health Campaign, launched 22nd February 2021.
Action is needed now to ensure dementia research is not set back by Covid-19
Health
By James Davies MP
Action is needed now to ensure dementia research is not set back by Covid-19
It is vital that dementia research is not slowed by the pandemic, resulting in a further long-term impact on people affected. We must redouble our efforts to confront this dreadful disease head-on.
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By Slimming World
Virtual group gets weight loss results
Slimming World's review* of nearly 2,000 members who attend virtual group sessions shows that, when groups can’t meet in person, receiving support virtually is still highly effective.
Minister Refuses To Support Sarah Everard Vigil As Police Threaten Organisers With £30,000 Fine
Coronavirus
Minister Refuses To Support Sarah Everard Vigil As Police Threaten Organisers With £30,000 Fine
A government minister this morning refused to support a planned vigil for Sarah Everard at the weekend after police have threatened organisers with legal action.
The government must take action to give victims of the infected blood scandal justice before it’s too late
Health
By Richard Angell
The government must take action to give victims of the infected blood scandal justice before it’s too late
Haemophiliacs were invisible as their community was ravaged by HIV/AIDS in the 1980s. There must be long overdue justice for these forgotten victims.
Labour Has Rejected Boris Johnson's Claims He Did Not Mislead MPs Over NHS Pay Comments
Health
Labour Has Rejected Boris Johnson's Claims He Did Not Mislead MPs Over NHS Pay Comments
Boris Johnson has come under yet more pressure to clarify comments he made at Prime Minister's Questions amid claims he misled MPs over Labour’s vote record on pay rises for NHS staff.
Denmark Suspends Use Of AstraZeneca Jab In 'Precautionary' Step Following Blood Clot Reports
Coronavirus
Denmark Suspends Use Of AstraZeneca Jab In "Precautionary" Step Following Blood Clot Reports
Denmark has temporarily paused its rollout of the AstraZeneca vaccine after someone who received it later died of a blood clot.
Nadine Dorries Claims Protecting 'Husband's' Pay Will Help Nurses 'Understand' 1% NHS Pay Rise
Health
Nadine Dorries Claims Protecting "Husband's" Pay Will Help Nurses "Understand" 1% NHS Pay Rise
The health minister has defended the government's NHS pay offer by saying nurses with "partners" or "husbands" will "understand" the move because it will protect the financial support of those on furlough.
Keir Starmer Accused Boris Johnson Of “Slamming The Door” On Nurses As Labour Launches May Election Campaign
Health
Keir Starmer Accused Boris Johnson Of “Slamming The Door” On Nurses As Labour Launches May Election Campaign
Keir Starmer has said “a vote for Labour is a vote to support our nurses” as he launched Labour’s May election campaign amid an ongoing row over NHS pay.
No10 Refuses To Correct The Record After Boris Johnson Incorrectly Claimed Labour Voted Against 2.1% NHS Pay Rise
Health
No10 Refuses To Correct The Record After Boris Johnson Incorrectly Claimed Labour Voted Against 2.1% NHS Pay Rise
Downing Street has repeatedly refused to accept that Boris Johnson misled Parliament over Labour’s voting record despite his claims having to be “clarified” by the Speaker.
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Coronavirus
By Policy@Manchester
LGBTIQ+ experiences of COVID-19 in the UK and the need for more inclusive crisis policies
Exclusive: Outsourcing Firm Sitel Told Contact Tracers To Use Their Personal Email Accounts To Share People's Case Details
Coronavirus
Exclusive: Outsourcing Firm Sitel Told Contact Tracers To Use Their Personal Email Accounts To Share People's Case Details
Contact tracers working on Sitel’s test and trace operation were told to use their personal email addresses to share information about cases with their managers.
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