Essex NHS Christmas pharmacy opening hours revealed
Find out which pharmacies in mid and south Essex are open on Christmas Day for essential medicines and advice. Use the NHS 'find a pharmacy' service for urgent help.
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Christmas Day Pharmacy Opening Times in Mid & South Essex
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Free NHS Prescriptions and Dental Care for Young Care Leavers
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
NHS staff: 24 hours left for £30 Uber Christmas offer
NHS workers must link their Uber account to an NHS email by 11.59pm on Dec 21 to claim £30 in festive discounts for rides and food on Christmas Day.
Birmingham flu hospitalisations more than double elsewhere
New NHS data reveals Birmingham hospitals have the UK's highest flu patient numbers, with figures more than double those in Manchester. See the full regional breakdown.
New State Pension Age Dates for Those Born After 1959
The UK state pension age will start rising from 2026, impacting millions. Find out the exact dates you can claim under the new rules and how it affects your retirement plans.
State pension shortfall hits £1,865 a year
New figures reveal a £1,865 annual gap in state pension payments. Discover how the Triple Lock protects retirees and why the pension still falls short of a basic living standard.
Conlon Construction chairman retires after 38 years
Michael Conlon retires as chairman of Preston's Conlon Construction after 38 years. Guy Parker succeeds him, leading the employee-owned firm into its next chapter.
250,000 pensioners face poverty due to state pension age
A shocking 250,000 older people have fallen into poverty since state pension age increases began. New research reveals the human cost of DWP rule changes. Read the full story.
State pension confirmed to rise to £12,547 in 2026
Millions of UK pensioners will see payments rise by hundreds of pounds from April 2026, with the full new state pension reaching £12,547. Find out how the triple lock affects you.
NHS dentist payment changes for emergencies from April 2026
Dentists in England will receive higher payments for NHS emergency appointments from April 2026 under Labour government plans, aiming to improve patient access and save costs.
Pension Warning: 25 Million Face Inadequate Income
A former Pensions Minister warns that replacing the Triple Lock could plunge 25 million retirees into financial hardship. Read the stark analysis from industry experts.
Junior Doctors Strike After Rejecting Government Deal
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
10 Serene West Midlands Villages for 2026
Discover ten tranquil West Midlands villages perfect for retirement or a slower pace of life in 2026. Explore historic pubs, scenic walks, and unique heritage.
Rapid rise of renters in their 60s in the UK
The UK faces a rapid increase in older private renters, with numbers set to treble by 2040, raising serious concerns over retirement finances and housing suitability. Discover the full story.
DWP may be forced to raise state pension age to 80
The state pension age could be hiked to 80 by the 2070s to keep the system sustainable, new analysis reveals. Discover the pressures and potential reforms facing UK pensions.
State pension age rising to 67 from 2026
Major changes to the UK state pension age will start in 2026, affecting millions. Find out if you'll have to work longer and how to plan your finances.
Anger over plan to close Willenhall stroke rehab centre
Over 600 people protest Walsall NHS Trust's plan to close Hollybank House stroke unit. Trust cites £500k upgrade costs, proposes moving services to Wolverhampton. Campaigners fear loss of local care.
Warning for over 60s ahead of state pension change
A cross-party MPs' inquiry warns thousands aged 60-64 risk falling into poverty as the state pension age rises to 67. Read the urgent call for a government strategy.
Pension age could rise to 80 in major DWP change
Experts warn UK state pension age may need to rise to 80 by the 2070s, with workers facing longer careers or higher NI. Discover the analysis behind the stark forecast.
NHS issues urgent flu warning as hospital cases surge
The NHS warns of an unprecedented winter flu wave, with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year and no sign of a peak. Health leaders urge the public to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
The NHS faces an 'unprecedented flu wave' with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and ease pressure on hospitals.
Record flu hospitalisations put NHS under severe pressure
The NHS faces an unprecedented winter flu wave with record hospitalisations. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and the health service.
Petition Urges DWP to Drop State Pension Age to 60
A parliamentary petition calls for the state pension age to be lowered to 60, as experts warn raising it to 71 would condemn millions to poverty. Read the full story.
Find Your Lost £13,620 Pension Pot Now
Over £31 billion sits unclaimed in lost UK pension pots. The average is £13,620. Our guide shows you how to trace and reclaim your money for a secure retirement.
Pension changes could leave workers £20k worse off
Major changes to salary sacrifice pension rules announced in the Budget could leave some workers over £20,000 worse off. Learn how the new £2,000 cap affects you.
Secret £277k pay rise for UK minimum wage workers
Millions of UK workers can unlock a hidden pay boost worth £277k through auto-enrolment pensions. Discover how your employer adds free money to your savings.
Birmingham Hospitals Report £31.2m Deficit
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports a £31.2m deficit, £17.1m worse than planned, driven by rising staff pay costs. A financial recovery plan is underway.
Berwick Hospital Work Resumes After Collapse
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
Triple Lock threat for 13 million pensioners
The future of the state pension Triple Lock is in doubt as experts warn it's becoming unsustainable. Discover what this means for 13 million UK retirees.
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