Sexual offences on London Underground reach five-year peak
Reported sexual offences on the Tube hit a five-year high, with campaigners warning harassment is 'routine' for women. New TfL data reveals 595 incidents in 2024/25.
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NHS pays maternity inquiry lead up to £26,000 a month
Donna Ockenden, chairing the Nottingham maternity review, invoices up to £26,000 monthly for advice. The final report is due by June 2026. Read the full investigation.
E-fit released after Milton Keynes sexual assault
Thames Valley Police issue an e-fit image of a suspect following a sexual assault on a teenage girl in Milton Keynes in November. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Doctors return after five-day NHS strike in England
Junior doctors in England return to work after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of tough weeks ahead and pledges to avoid strikes in 2026. Read the latest.
Doctors' strike ends, but NHS faces tough weeks
Doctors in England return after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of a challenging winter ahead. Read the latest on NHS strikes and pay disputes.
NHS faces tough recovery after doctors' strike, says Streeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the NHS is coping during the junior doctors' strike but warns of a difficult recovery period over the busy Christmas holidays. Read the latest.
Levy Review Calls for Overhaul of NHS Youth Gender Services
A major independent review calls for urgent reform of NHS gender identity services for children and young people in England, prioritising holistic care and evidence-based treatment. Read the full findings.
Flu hospital cases surge 18%, NHS on high alert
Flu admissions in England have surged by 18% to a record high for the season, with the NHS on 'high alert' as industrial action continues. Health chiefs urge the public to seek care when needed.
Junior Doctors' 14th Strike Hits NHS Amid Winter Flu Surge
Thousands of junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike, the 14th since 2023, over pay erosion and a severe training post shortage, as the NHS faces a winter flu epidemic.
Junior doctors' five-day strike begins in NHS dispute
Junior doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay and training posts, as letters reveal a growing rift with consultants and concerns over the NHS's future. Read the full analysis.
Junior Doctors Strike: Streeting Faces Backlash Over NHS Crisis
Junior doctors reveal the brutal reality of working in a 'war zone' NHS, striking over pay and conditions. Health Secretary Wes Streeting's criticism labelled 'harmful' as the service reaches breaking point.
NHS Flu Warning as Doctors' Strike Hits Amid Record Cases
The NHS warns patients will feel the impact of a five-day junior doctors' strike starting Wednesday, coinciding with record hospital flu cases. Health bosses urge the public to get vaccinated.
Specialist NHS Help for Abuse Survivors Announced
The government unveils a new NHS initiative to provide specialist support for domestic abuse and sexual violence survivors across England, aiming to halve violence against women and girls.
NHS Resident Doctors Begin 14th Strike Over Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
BBC iPlayer may charge for older shows in new plan
The UK government proposes a 'top-up' subscription for older BBC iPlayer content to secure the broadcaster's future. Have your say in the public consultation.
BBC Charter Review: Ministers Eye Permanent Status
The UK government is considering major reforms to the BBC's charter and funding, aiming to depoliticise its board and secure its long-term future. Explore the potential changes and what they mean for the broadcaster.
Government Launches BBC Charter Review on Funding & Trust
The government has begun a formal review of the BBC's Royal Charter, focusing on its sustainable funding and public trust. Explore the future of the UK's public broadcaster.
Trump sues BBC for $10bn as licence fee future debated
Donald Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama edit, as UK ministers publish a green paper on the future of the licence fee. Political leaders clash over the broadcaster's independence.
Six BBC funding options if licence fee is scrapped
As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.
Outgoing NHS Trust Chief Issues Dire Warning on Service's Future
Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve rapidly or the public will turn to 'charlatans'. He highlights warped spending and systemic inertia.
NHS referral 'black hole' harms patients, watchdog finds
A Healthwatch England survey reveals 14% of GP referrals are lost or delayed, causing worsened health for 75% of affected patients. Discover the full impact and official response.
Man jailed for grooming girls on Snapchat
Tye Hunt, 23, has been sentenced to nearly three years for using Snapchat to groom two young girls. The court heard of the devastating impact on his victims. Learn more about the case and support available.
Ex-doctor charged with 45 sexual offences against patients
A former doctor faces 45 charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children under 13, at hospitals in Stoke and Dudley. Police urge anyone with concerns to come forward.
NHS wheelchair service failing young disabled, letters reveal
A father reveals his daughter reapplied for a wheelchair seven times, exposing a crisis in NHS services for young disabled people. Read the full story and letters.
Flu patients in England's hospitals up 56% on last year
NHS England data reveals a 56% jump in flu patients compared to last year, with an average of 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Experts warn the season started early and is yet to peak.
Flu Cases Up 56% in England, NHS Winter Report Reveals
NHS data shows a sharp 56% rise in flu patients compared to 2024, with 1,717 daily hospitalisations. Norovirus cases are lower. Read the full winter health update.
NHS: Over 200k Unnecessary A&E Trips Last Winter
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like sore throats last winter, urging the public to use alternative services. Health Secretary warns of a 'busiest ever' winter amid flu and strikes.
NHS: A&E 'under siege' from minor ailments like hiccups
NHS England warns A&E is overwhelmed as over 200,000 patients sought emergency care for minor issues. Health Secretary urges public to use services appropriately. #NHS #AandE
Nurses warn NHS patients 'set up to suffer' this winter
Nursing leaders warn of a devastating winter for NHS patients, with 12-hour A&E waits and corridor care set to worsen. A looming junior doctors' strike adds to the crisis. Read the full report.
A&E Exodus Triples as 320,000 Leave Untreated
Shocking NHS data reveals a threefold surge in patients leaving emergency departments without treatment. Explore the causes and urgent calls for investment in our full report.
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