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
Alzheimer's breakthrough hailed as 'turning point'
The discovery of the first chemical to prevent the death of brain tissue in a neurodegenerative disease has been hailed as the "turning point" in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. More work is needed to develop a drug that could be taken by patients. But scientists say a resulting medicine could treat Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's and other diseases. In tests on mice, the Medical Research Council showed all brain cell death from prion disease could be prevented.
13 Oct 2013
Should Reality TV shows have people with Mental Health problems?
Charities have asked TV bosses whether people with mental health problems should take part in reality shows. The anti-stigma campaign Time To Change, run by mental health charities Mind and Rethink, asked the question as part of their online forum. Commissioning editors for BBC Three and Channel 4 said it depended on the contributors, contestants and show. Ex-reality contestants, who took part in the discussion, said everyone involved in the show should be open.
13 Oct 2013
Brain scans of toddler's give an understanding of language.
The left hand side of the brain has more myeli
13 Oct 2013
Children's commissioner says review support given to disabled children
Ministers are being urged to review care provided for children with disabilities following research into the adequacy of support for families. Children's commissioner for England Maggie Atkinson called the findings "heart-rending" and "disturbing". The report suggested some families were unable to afford basic necessities for "a dignified life". The Department for Work and Pensions said the report contained "a small sample, presenting a partial picture".
13 Oct 2013
Essex County Council consults on major cuts to youth services
Essex County Council is running a public consultation on major cuts to youth services. They recently cut the budget from £12 million to £5 million and now they are considering cutting it to just £2 million by 2016.
13 Oct 2013
Roll Up for Jobs Market!
Just over a year from its opening, the award-winning Jobs Hub is bringing more fantastic career opportunities to the Borough. On October 14th the Jobs Hub will be hosting their first ever 'Jobs Market' at The Corn Exchange, Bedford. From 10am-3pm the Jobs market will offer residents career advice and guidance, job opportunities and help those wishing to start up new businesses.
13 Oct 2013