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.
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Rothenberg: US Soccer's 90s Architect Looks to 2026
Alan Rothenberg, the former US Soccer president who spearheaded the 1994 World Cup, discusses the 2026 tournament, fan loyalty, and the business of the beautiful game. Read his insights.
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.
UK schools overpay on Amazon supplies, report claims
A new report alleges UK public bodies are losing millions on basic supplies due to Amazon's dynamic pricing contracts. Could your local school be affected?
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
Putin Rejects Peace Plan, FIFA Changes World Cup Ticket Policy
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Europe of hindering peace. FIFA scales back dynamic pricing for 2026 World Cup tickets. Plus, the definitive best Christmas film is named. Get the day's top stories in our concise news roundup.
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.
FIFA Scales Back Dynamic Pricing for 2026 World Cup
FIFA has backed away from using dynamic pricing for all 2026 World Cup tickets after fan cost concerns. Fixed-price options will be available for specific fan categories. Read the latest details.
Drug cartels use 'cocaine cows' to smuggle billions into Europe
Exclusive: Cartels exploit foul-smelling cattle ships to move £450m cocaine hauls, evading sniffer dogs and border patrols in a major security loophole. Read the full investigation.
UK-US Pharma Deal: NHS to Pay 25% More for New Drugs
A new UK-US deal doubling spending on US medicines raises NHS funding fears. Experts warn of a 'problematic precedent' that could impact Australia and global healthcare systems.
Two-Year NHS Wheelchair Service Delay Leaves User Stranded
A London man's 24-month battle with the NHS wheelchair service reveals a system in crisis, leaving him isolated and struggling for basic independence. Read his story and the official response.
UK-US zero-tariff pharma deal, NHS drug price rise
The UK and US have agreed a landmark deal maintaining zero tariffs on pharmaceuticals, while the NHS commits to a 25% net price increase for new medicines. Explore the details and implications.
US and UK agree zero-tariffs on pharmaceuticals
The US has agreed to spare the UK from threatened trade tariffs on pharmaceutical products, ensuring access to latest medical breakthroughs. Read the full details.
PFI NHS Buildings: Design Flaws & High Costs
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
NHS blood cancer care move saves £700k, angers patients
King's College Hospital NHS plans to relocate haematology care from Orpington to Camberwell, saving £700k annually while patients fear longer journeys and isolation from families.
Per-Mile EV Tax: First Step in Road Tax Reform
The UK government plans to introduce per-mile road pricing for electric vehicles by 2026, marking the first major reform to vehicle taxation in decades. Discover how this will affect drivers.
NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
NHS PFI Protest: Didcot Health Centre Funding Crisis
Campaigners protest NHS private finance schemes as Didcot's Great Western Park health centre faces 10-year delay over developer return demands. Read the latest developments.
NHS Pay Debate: Doctor's £100k Salary Sparks Outcry
A heated debate on NHS salaries erupts as a consultant calls her £100,000 wage 'pathetic', while a retired teacher defends his £50,000 pay. Read the full story and share your views.
Thinktank: Shrink Hospitals to Solve NHS Permacrisis
Major report urges fundamental hospital reinvention with care shifting to homes. Thousands of beds could disappear as NHS embraces community-based treatment models.
NHS pathologist crisis leaves bereaved parents waiting
Bereaved parents face 'harrowing' year-long waits for child postmortem results due to critical NHS pathologist shortages. 37% of consultant posts lie vacant nationwide.
EV Pay-Per-Mile Tax Plan Sparks Industry Concern
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to announce a pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles in the budget. Will this new road tax raise revenue or hinder the UK's EV transition?
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' in £700m deal, say MPs
Labour MP alleges Microsoft overcharged the NHS in major software contracts as MPs call for more government spending with British tech firms. Discover the details.
Man jailed for stealing Banksy's £270k artwork
A man has been sentenced for stealing a Banksy print valued at £270,000 to settle drug debts. Discover the full story of this London art theft and its consequences.
Ex-Olympic Snowboarder Charged with Witness Murder
US authorities charge former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding with murdering a witness in Colombia. $15m reward offered for his capture. Read the full story.
NHS Doctors' Strike: Veteran Exposes Pay Crisis
Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.
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