Solihull Leader Prioritises Children's Services Staff Retention
Solihull Council leader Karen Grinsell commits to retaining staff who improved children's services, reducing agency workers from 50% to 15% after Ofsted rated them good.
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NHS urged to add endometriosis to free prescription list
A petition calls on the government to add endometriosis to the NHS Medical Exemption List, as 1 in 10 women suffer from this chronic condition requiring lifelong medication.
DWP Confirms New Birthday Cut-Off for Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP has confirmed a new birthday cut-off for Winter Fuel Payment eligibility. For winter 2026/27, those born on or before 27 June 1960 qualify, a year later than before.
NHS Unified Patient Record to End Repeat Medical Histories
The NHS will introduce a single patient record to keep medical notes in one place, ending the need for patients to repeat histories. The system could prevent 20,000 A&E visits.
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HMRC Child Benefit Double Payments: £216 in June
HMRC will issue double Child Benefit payments in June due to the Monday or Tuesday rule, with claimants receiving £216 for one child and £150 for a second.
Tesco Guard Chokes on Doughnut, Suffers Cardiac Arrest
Mohamed Nassar, 58, a Tesco security guard, choked on a doughnut during a break and suffered a cardiac arrest, leaving him critically ill with severe brain damage.
Birmingham Teacher Loses Career Over Child Abuse Images
Patryk Miguel, 28, broke down in court after police found indecent images of babies on his laptop. He lost his teaching job and received a suspended sentence.
Joint NHS CARE Awards Celebrate Staff Excellence
Stockport and Tameside NHS trusts launch first joint CARE Awards to recognize exceptional staff. Public nominations open for individuals and teams who go above and beyond for patients.
PIP Claimants Receive 2027 Update on Benefit Reforms
PIP claimants have been given an update on potential reforms to the disability benefit. Major changes may not arrive until at least mid-2027, with a review reporting in autumn.
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DWP Reassures Claimants Over Benefit Suspensions
The DWP clarifies that bank account checks under new fraud crackdown won't automatically suspend Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or ESA payments, ensuring fair process.
NHS Staff Raise Over £5,000 in Peak District Hike
A team of 54 NHS staff from Lincolnshire completed a 20-mile hike around the Edale Skyline, raising over £5,000 for staff wellbeing initiatives.
NHS 'Three Miscarriage Rule' Nearly Killed Me, Woman Says
Sophie Heath, 28, suffered a life-threatening ectopic pregnancy after being told to 'keep trying' due to the NHS's three miscarriage rule. She now qualifies for fertility support but is too traumatized to continue.
HMRC sends £1,406 Child Benefit reminder letters
HMRC is sending letters to parents of 16-19 year-olds reminding them to extend Child Benefit claims worth up to £1,406 per year before August 31.
DWP State Pension Inheritance Rule Boosts Payments
Over 500,000 pensioners boost their state pension via DWP inheritance rule, receiving up to £22,858 annually from inherited SERPS payments.
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DWP Calls PIP Claimants for Meetings That May Cut Payments
The DWP is summoning PIP claimants to in-person meetings that could result in payments being reduced or stopped entirely. Learn about the review process and how to challenge decisions.
NHS Essex Launches New Care Board to Improve Health Services
The NHS Essex Integrated Care Board has been launched to enhance health services across Essex, with a focus on improving access, quality, and infrastructure in areas like Brentwood and Ongar.
NHS Urges App Notifications After 16 Million Missed GP Visits
The NHS launches a campaign encouraging patients to turn on push alerts in the NHS App to reduce missed appointments, which totaled 16 million in 2025 across England.
NHS Adds Menopause Screening to Health Checks for Over-40s
The NHS will integrate menopause screening into routine checks for women over 40, aiming to close the diagnostic gap and provide earlier support for perimenopause symptoms.
Birmingham NHS at risk of missing budget target
NHS bosses in Birmingham warn they may not balance their books by March, with a current deficit of £45.9 million. Pay costs are the main driver. Read the latest on the financial recovery efforts.
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NHS Manager Jailed for £123k Fraud
A Dudley NHS manager who swindled over £123,000 from the health trust to feed his gambling addiction has been jailed for two and a half years. Read the full story of the fraud.
New Landmark Abortion Clinic Opens in West Midlands
MSI Reproductive Choices UK opens a state-of-the-art abortion clinic in the West Midlands, expanding access and specialist training nationwide. Discover how this transforms reproductive healthcare.
NHS warns amoxicillin unsuitable for some patients
The NHS warns that common antibiotic amoxicillin isn't suitable for all. Check if you have these health conditions and always inform your doctor or dentist.
NHS waiting lists fall to lowest level since February 2023
Official figures reveal NHS waiting lists have dropped to their lowest point in two years, with over 312,000 fewer patients waiting. Health Secretary Wes Streeting says 'change people can actually feel' is underway.
Birmingham NHS Training Scheme Scrapped Over Pay Dispute
A multi-million pound NHS scheme training international doctors in Birmingham has been shut down after a review found unfair pay and governance failures. Plus, Birmingham was the UK's top moving destination in 2025.
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NHS Sends Flu Jab Reminders Amid Virus Rise
The NHS is sending thousands of reminders to parents as flu hospitalisations rise by 9%. Top doctors warn the 'worst is far from over' this winter. Get vaccinated now.
NHS worker's kidney gift inspires donor plea for 2026
An inspirational NHS worker from Teesside who donated a kidney to a colleague's son is sharing her story to encourage more people to become living donors in 2026, as the recipient now needs another transplant.
New NHS Palliative Care Services Launch in Berkshire West
Sue Ryder expands palliative and end-of-life care across Berkshire West & South Oxfordshire via a new NHS partnership, offering 24/7 support to help thousands remain at home.
Dorothy Rogers marks 50 years with NHS pharmacy
Dorothy Rogers has dedicated 50 years to the NHS at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. Discover her incredible journey and how she's seen pharmacy evolve.
Nurse struck off for racist Facebook posts about Muslims
A Birmingham nurse with a 45-year career has been removed from the register after sharing anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant content on Facebook. Read the full NMC ruling details.
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Private MRI scans offer fast results amid NHS waiting lists
Facing months-long NHS waits, UK patients turn to private scans for results in days. Services like Scan.com offer MRI scans from £300, with appointments available in days. Explore the affordable private healthcare alternative.
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