Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
13 Sep 2023
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Press release on the Autumn Statement.
Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
17 Nov 2022
Sewage in our Rivers
The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.
14 Sep 2022
Bionic eye 'blindness cure hope'
A 'bionic eye' may hold the key to returning sight to people left blind by a hereditary disease, experts believe.
22 Apr 2008
Trust's treatment based on need
Cornwall Primary Care Trust (PCT) has reassured patients that treatment is based on need rather than personal circumstances. It follows criticism of its treatment of a rape victim who was told he was "too grubby" to be treated. The 50-year-old victim was attacked by Levi Lavers, 19, from Newlyn, Cornwall, after Lavers broke into his home. He was given six years in youth custody.
22 Apr 2008
Therapy 'may slow tumour growth'
Scientists believe they have identified a gene that may be able to limit the growth of breast cancer tumours.
22 Apr 2008
Asthma equipment 'of little use'
Asthmatics should not waste money on special mattress protectors and vacuum cleaners to tackle dust mites - as they are of little use, experts have said. Many asthmatics are allergic to tiny mites that live in dust in carpets, bedding and cuddly toys.
22 Apr 2008
Garden scam costs couple £17,000
A disabled couple have been left almost penniless after bogus tradesmen swindled them out of £17,000.
22 Apr 2008
Disabled badges stolen from cars
Thieves have been smashing car windows in order to steal disabled parking badges, police in Berkshire have said. Officers are investigating three similar incidents in Chalvey, Slough. On Friday night, a Ford Escort and a Nissan Almera were broken into in Burlington Avenue.
22 Apr 2008