A cross-party group of Labour MPs calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to supercharge credit unions, offering affordable loans to millions. The move coincides with Queen Camilla's support for military credit unions.
A flagship NHS charter to tackle sexual harassment is not being implemented, unions say, as reports of abuse against female staff continue to climb. Calls for urgent action.
Donald Trump has released his long-awaited healthcare framework, but experts warn it lacks specifics and could increase the number of uninsured Americans. Read the full analysis.
Spire Healthcare, the UK's largest private hospital group, has set a 20 January deadline for suitors to express takeover interest. Learn about the shareholder pressure and potential sale.
A new poll reveals a record 23% of Americans believe the US healthcare system is 'in a state of crisis', with costs the primary concern. Experts warn of a dangerous 'feedback loop' between unaffordable care and worsening health.
Unite leader Sharon Graham warns the Labour government it must change course and back workers in 2026 or risk its own downfall. Read the full story.
Unions and the Green Alliance warn the UK's historic ceramics sector, supporting 20,000 jobs, is at a critical point due to high energy costs and imports. Urgent government action is demanded to prevent its collapse.
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak urges Keir Starmer to seek a closer EU relationship, including a customs union, to boost the UK economy and tackle the cost-of-living crisis.
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler vows to challenge Trump's policies, citing 'unrelenting attacks on workers'. The union gears up for key 2026 elections and Senate battles over collective bargaining.
As US Congress slashes Medicaid and Obamacare subsidies, life expectancy falls behind Chile and Panama. Explore the stark inequality where billionaires invest in anti-ageing while the poor die younger.
The World Health Organization launches a decade-long strategy to scientifically study and integrate proven traditional remedies into global healthcare. Discover the potential.
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years, offering transparent pricing, rapid test results, and affordable private GP care. Discover their patient-first approach.
By 2035, Artificial General Intelligence could transform UK daily life. From AI GPs and robot lawyers to 15-hour work weeks, discover the profound changes ahead for healthcare, justice, and leisure.
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.
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
Four Republican rebels have sided with Democrats to force a House vote on extending Obamacare subsidies, a major setback for Speaker Mike Johnson. Read the full story on the US healthcare policy clash.
US health workers condemn two House bills aiming to criminalise and defund gender-affirming care for minors, warning they will 'hurt people' and increase suicide risk.
The European Parliament votes today on a citizen-led proposal for an EU fund to cover abortion care, aiming to close a deadly gap in access for millions. Follow the historic decision.
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
New data reveals over 6,500 Australian doctors received payments from drug firms. Experts warn this influences prescriptions, raising serious healthcare ethics questions. Read the full investigation.
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
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.
Rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are pushing Australians into financial hardship. Experts warn of a 'system without guardrails' and call for urgent government action on fee transparency and affordability.
A New York court hearing for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, offered a dramatic preview of a trial set to tackle America's healthcare crisis, gun violence, and wealth inequality. Follow the latest developments.
The FCA launches a plan to double the mutuals sector, aiming to provide affordable credit and protect vulnerable borrowers from illegal lenders. Could a 'Fair Banking Act' force high street banks to help?
A leaked report reveals how poverty overwhelms hospitals in England's most deprived areas, impacting staff and patient care. Explore the systemic challenges facing the NHS.
The Trump administration announces a rule to block Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, sparking a major political and legal battle over reproductive healthcare access.
A new study reveals patients seek empathy and shared decisions from surgeons, not just technical skill. Discover why holistic care is crucial for patient outcomes in the UK.
The Assisted Dying Bill, backed by MPs, faces a logjam in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Critics call it a democratic outrage as dying people await a compassionate law.
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from 17-22 December over pay and job security, following November's action. The BMA urges the government to act.