PA: British Isles & Ireland
Thursday, 03 April 2025 19:17
Government accused of ‘washing its hands’ of Birmingham bin strike problem
Tensions are rising in Birmingham as an all-out bin strike continues, leaving rubbish uncollected and sparking health concerns, including reports of large rats and one resident allegedly being bitten. With the city council being overseen by…
Thursday, 03 April 2025 19:13
Parents of SEND children fight private school VAT hike
Parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are challenging the Government in the High Court over the imposition of 20% VAT on private school fees. The Education Not Taxation campaign argues the policy…
Thursday, 03 April 2025 19:10
NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'
Experts warn the UK is wasting billions annually by failing to diagnose and care for people with bipolar disorder. An estimated one million people live with the condition, yet many are misdiagnosed, undertreated, or entirely overlooked.…
Thursday, 03 April 2025 19:07
Non-Christian students read Bible weekly, says new survey
A new report from Fusion, based on a survey across 186 universities, found that 12% of non-Christian students engage with the Bible weekly - often through social media. Among Christian students, the number rises to 29%.…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 22:38
Spring Statement: Reeves extends welfare cuts, OBR halves growth forecast
Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement revealed the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has halved the UK's 2025 growth forecast from 2% to 1%. In response, Reeves announced deeper welfare cuts, including freezing the health element of Universal…
Thursday, 27 March 2025 22:36
Assisted dying rollout could be delayed until at least 2029
Assisted dying may not be available in England and Wales until at least 2029 after MPs approved extending the rollout period from two to four years. The delay was proposed by Kim Leadbeater, the Labour MP…