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The Independent’s Rebecca Thomas named health journalist of the year at Press Awards for second year running

Thomas was praised for exposing wrongdoing and standing up for society’s most vulnerable

The Independent UK

What is an amber heat health alert and how can vulnerable people stay safe?

Health alerts have been issued across much of England from Thursday until next Tuesday

The Independent UK

NHS shakeup: if it sounds like we’ve been here before, it’s because we have

Amid political upheaval and the subsequent resignation of the health secretary, the king’s speech unveiled the NHS modernisation bill – the most significant overhaul of the health service in more than a decade.

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Heat health alert: What does it mean and how can vulnerable people stay cool?

The alert system aims to give an early warning to healthcare providers and others that temperatures are likely to impact the health of the population.

Evening Standard

Question Time audience applauds as woman reveals how Scotland move changed her life

A QUESTION Time audience member was applauded after saying she thought moving to Scotland meant she was given opportunities like free tuition that…

The National (Scotland)

Voices: ‘How will this get me back to work quicker?’ Readers fear plans to ‘scrap’ sick notes

YOUR VIEWS: As the government trials sweeping changes to the fit note system – including replacing some GP-issued sick notes with referrals to work and health coaches – our community have shared fears that the reforms could leave seriously ill people without proper medical support while trying to stay in…

The Independent UK

John Swinney's indyref2 motion published ahead of Holyrood debate – see the full text

JOHN Swinney’s motion calling on the UK Government to devolve powers for a second Scottish independence referendum to be held has been published.

The National (Scotland)

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Britain’s pothole-ravaged streets stopping older people from exercising, MPs say

In the UK, physical inactivity is associated with one in six deaths and is estimated to cost £7.4 billion annually

The Independent UK

Britain rolls out landmark transgender rules for single sex toilets, NHS wards and women-only spaces

Britain's new transgender access rules, following a Supreme Court ruling, allow single-sex spaces to exclude trans individuals if proportionate for privacy, safety, or dignity. This impacts healthcare, sports, and workplaces, sparking national debate on inclusion and rights. Organizations must balance protections, with case-by-case assessments encouraged.

The Times of India

All my children might die before they’re 35, says mum after missed test results reveal rare genetic condition

Sarah Bingham, 39, from Weston-super-Mare, said her son Caleb nearly died at eight months old after having blood poisoning and bacterial meningitis

The Independent UK

Met Police warns of officer number cuts as row over Sadiq Khan blocking Palantir AI contract explodes

The Metropolitan Police said without the new technology it would be ‘forced to make further tough choices’ and reduce officer numbers

Evening Standard

New laws could see ID checks rolled out at salons in bid to crack down on children using sunbeds

The new proposals would require staff to be present and check a customer’s ID before they can use a sunbed

The Independent UK

The one thing that’s just as important as medication for your health later in life

The Commons Health and Social Care Committee have cited one factor as being a ‘major driver of ill health in later life’

The Independent UK

John Swinney to host first meeting of ‘streamlined’ Scottish cabinet

The Scottish First Minister will chair the first meeting of his new-look cabinet team on Friday.

Evening Standard

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Met Police warns of reduced officer numbers after mayor blocks Palantir deal

The force said it was disappointed after Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan blocked the £50 million deal with the technology firm.

The Guardian - UK

Met Palantir row goes to heart of how public services should use AI

UK’s largest police force says Palantir is only company that can supply what it needs. But is it worth the controversy that comes with it?

The Independent UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Reeves slashes prices for families and Andrew trade papers revealed

Five things Rachel Reeves has announced as VAT is cut for families. Documents reveal details of Andrew’s trade envoy appointment – including late Queen’s involvement. NHS sacks 11 staff who accessed Nottingham attack victims’ medical records. UK net migration falls sharply but half of Brits think otherwise. Police make five…

The Independent UK

NHS sacks 11 staff who accessed Nottingham attack victims’ medical records

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NHS trust sacks staff who illegally accessed records of Nottingham attack victims

Nottingham University hospitals trust says 11 members of staff dismissed and 14 others given written warnings

The Conversation

Teen self-harm: responses should focus on social context, not just mental health

Around one in six adolescents worldwide report having self-harmed at some point in their lives. In England, an NHS mental health survey of 2,370 children and young people found that more than one in three young adults aged 17 to 24 had self-harmed.

Evening Standard

NHS trust sacks staff for accessing health records of Nottingham stab victims

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said ’11 members of staff have been dismissed and a further 14 have had actions taken against them’.

The Guardian - UK

Sadiq Khan sparks row with Met after blocking £50m AI deal with Palantir

Exclusive: Scotland Yard criticises London mayor’s decision as disappointing and warns it could hit policing

The Independent UK

NHS staff who accessed medical records of Nottingham stabbing attack victims sacked

Students Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and grandfather Ian Coates, were killed in a stabbing rampage by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023

The Independent UK

Voices: My partner snores and it’s ruining our relationship

DEAR VIX: The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email dearvix@independent.co.uk for advice on love, work, family and relationships

Evening Standard

Women dying of breast cancer as life-extending drug remains blocked in England

A campaign is calling for Enhertu to be made available on the NHS.

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