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.
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.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Emergency services declared a significant incident at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 car park on Sunday morning, causing travel disruption. Full details and updates on the ongoing response.
England are staring down the barrel of defeat in the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. Resuming 43 runs behind with just four wickets left, their hopes now rest on Ben Stokes. Can he produce a miracle?
A dramatic Porsche fire brought the M25 clockwise to a standstill for over 2.5 hours, causing severe delays. See the photos and diversion details.
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
The M25 northbound link to the M1 is closed for emergency works. National Highways warns of delays. Allow extra journey time.
Severe delays hit three London Underground lines this morning due to a points failure and engineering work. Get the latest travel updates and disruption details here.
Australia captain Pat Cummins confirms four changes to the starting XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Get the full team news and analysis ahead of the crucial Gabba clash.
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.
Australia's Usman Khawaja is out of the Brisbane Ashes Test with a back injury, casting serious doubt over his Test cricket future. Read the full analysis.
Royal Mail alerts customers to postal delays in London and 10 UK postcode areas due to vehicle and processing issues. Get the full list and Christmas posting advice here.
A smart OBD scanner with no subscription fees is now just £9.99 on Amazon, a 90% discount. This tool lets drivers diagnose car faults, potentially saving hundreds on garage bills. Grab this limited-time deal.
Major delays on the M25 anticlockwise after a crash involving two cars and two lorries near Enfield. Two lanes closed, queues stretch to M11. Latest traffic updates.
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.
England must recover from a chaotic two-day defeat in Perth as the Ashes moves to a day-night Test at Brisbane's Gabba. Get full UK start times, team news, and how to watch the crucial second Test.
England consider Will Jacks for the day-night Ashes Test in Brisbane as they seek to level the series. The spinning all-rounder's net session puts him in the frame.
Investors warn of 'deep structural issues' causing a slump in solar and wind farm investment, threatening Australia's 2030 renewable energy targets. Read the full analysis.
A major winter storm brought over a foot of snow to the US Midwest, causing a 45-car pile-up, a plane to skid off a runway, and thousands of flight delays over the busy Thanksgiving travel weekend.
Exclusive analysis reveals 386,849 patients in England faced dangerous diagnostic test delays in September. Doctors warn of worsening health outcomes and preventable deaths.
A major power outage at Leeds station has caused widespread cancellation of train services. Passengers are advised not to travel. Full details on affected operators and ticket info.
Structural repairs force Blackwall Tunnel southbound closure until Monday, December 1, causing severe delays across Limehouse, Poplar and Royal Docks. Plan your journey now.
Major disruption on London's Piccadilly Line after emergency services respond to a casualty on the track at Hammersmith station. District Line services also affected. Get the latest travel updates.
District Line faces minor delays after casualty incident at Earl's Court. Multiple TfL lines affected including Piccadilly severe delays and Northern line closure.
After failing the manual driving test four times, one learner shares her journey to passing in an automatic car and why manual may no longer be essential. Discover the rising trend in automatic tests.
Severe M25 traffic chaos after a crash near Upminster causes 11-mile tailbacks and 90-minute delays. Get the latest travel updates here.
Jubilee and Metropolitan lines partially suspended after an animal trespassed on the tracks. Major delays reported across the network. Sign up for travel updates.
Sydney recovers from severe storms with 119km/h winds, leaving one dead, thousands without power, and significant damage. Explore the aftermath and emergency response efforts.
Severe delays and partial suspension hit London's Victoria Line due to mass overcrowding after a casualty on the track. Follow for live updates.
A rapid genetic test that prevents deafness in newborns from a common antibiotic is being rolled out across Scotland. Discover how this 26-minute cheek swab is transforming neonatal care.