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NHS boss praises ‘constant’ compassion of NHS staff as service reaches 75

NHS boss praises ‘constant’ compassion of NHS staff as service reaches 75

NHS boss praises ‘constant’ compassion of NHS staff as service reaches 75

04 July 2023

NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard admitted NHS workers were facing ‘enormous’ challenges.


What is the ultra-low emission zone?

What is the ultra-low emission zone?

What is the ultra-low emission zone?

04 July 2023

The PA news agency answers 11 key questions about the scheme and how it affects drivers.


‘Irresponsible’ Ladbrokes ad featuring Jake Paul banned by regulator

‘Irresponsible’ Ladbrokes ad featuring Jake Paul banned by regulator

‘Irresponsible’ Ladbrokes ad featuring Jake Paul banned by regulator

04 July 2023

The Advertising Standards Authority said Paul was of ‘inherent strong appeal to under-18s’.


Orkney councillors to debate loosening UK ties and exploring ‘Nordic’ links

Orkney councillors to debate loosening UK ties and exploring ‘Nordic’ links

Orkney councillors to debate loosening UK ties and exploring ‘Nordic’ links

04 July 2023

The council will discuss alternative forms of governance.


Three men arrested over shooting of senior detective

Three men arrested over shooting of senior detective

Three men arrested over shooting of senior detective

04 July 2023

Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell was seriously injured after he was shot several times at a sports centre in Omagh, Co Tyrone, in February.


More than 900 Ryanair flights cancelled in June amid French strike action

More than 900 Ryanair flights cancelled in June amid French strike action

More than 900 Ryanair flights cancelled in June amid French strike action

04 July 2023

The Dublin-based airline said about 160,000 passengers were impacted by the cancellations.


Food inflation is ‘starting to fall’, Sainsbury’s says

Food inflation is ‘starting to fall’, Sainsbury’s says

Food inflation is ‘starting to fall’, Sainsbury’s says

04 July 2023

Products like bread, butter, milk, pasta and chicken have seen price cuts in recent months.


Australian PM ribs Sunak with backing for cricketers after Bairstow stumping row

Australian PM ribs Sunak with backing for cricketers after Bairstow stumping row

Australian PM ribs Sunak with backing for cricketers after Bairstow stumping row

04 July 2023

In a tongue-in-cheek swipe at his UK counterpart, Australian leader Anthony Albanese tweeted: ‘Same old Aussies – always winning!’


Knitting group create postbox topper and 75 baby hats for NHS 75th anniversary

Knitting group create postbox topper and 75 baby hats for NHS 75th anniversary

Knitting group create postbox topper and 75 baby hats for NHS 75th anniversary

04 July 2023

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS requested local knitters and crocheters to make hats for babies born in Leeds NHS hospitals to mark the anniversary.


Ant and Dec bringing teen drama Byker Grove back to TV

Ant and Dec bringing teen drama Byker Grove back to TV

Ant and Dec bringing teen drama Byker Grove back to TV

04 July 2023

The show helped launch the careers of celebrities including award-winning presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly.


Facebook owner Meta launching new app as a rival to Elon Musk’s Twitter

Facebook owner Meta launching new app as a rival to Elon Musk’s Twitter

Facebook owner Meta launching new app as a rival to Elon Musk’s Twitter

04 July 2023

Threads will be available from Thursday amid ongoing rivalry between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk.


Gavin Williamson introduces Bill on Somaliland recognition

Gavin Williamson introduces Bill on Somaliland recognition

Gavin Williamson introduces Bill on Somaliland recognition

04 July 2023

No foreign power recognises Somaliland’s sovereignty, but it is self-governing with an independent government and democratic elections.


Twitter to stop TweetDeck access for unverified users

Twitter to stop TweetDeck access for unverified users

Twitter to stop TweetDeck access for unverified users

04 July 2023

Application will only be available to all users for another 30 days.


What the papers say – July 4

What the papers say – July 4

What the papers say – July 4

04 July 2023

A wide range of stories feature across the front pages.


NHS challenges from 1948 still faced in the health service today

NHS challenges from 1948 still faced in the health service today

NHS challenges from 1948 still faced in the health service today

04 July 2023

A number of problems outlined 75 years ago are still faced by the health service.


High Court to hear councils’ challenge over planned Ulez expansion

High Court to hear councils’ challenge over planned Ulez expansion

High Court to hear councils’ challenge over planned Ulez expansion

04 July 2023

Five local authorities are taking legal action against the Mayor of London over the proposed extension beyond the North and South Circular roads.


Expansion of free childcare may not be delivered universally, councils warn

Expansion of free childcare may not be delivered universally, councils warn

Expansion of free childcare may not be delivered universally, councils warn

04 July 2023

Nearly nine in 10 local authorities are concerned that nursery closures this year will be significant, a survey found.


Greenhouse gas emissions of pesticides overlooked, say campaigners

Greenhouse gas emissions of pesticides overlooked, say campaigners

Greenhouse gas emissions of pesticides overlooked, say campaigners

04 July 2023

Incorporating a pesticide reduction plan into climate action would help nature recover and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to Pan UK.


People take the health service for granted – first NHS baby

People take the health service for granted – first NHS baby

People take the health service for granted – first NHS baby

04 July 2023

Nye Thomas called for children to be taught about the NHS in schools.


William and Kate drop in for NHS tea party at hospital

William and Kate drop in for NHS tea party at hospital

William and Kate drop in for NHS tea party at hospital

04 July 2023

The royal couple met guests including Aneira ‘Nye’ Thomas, the first baby born on the NHS, named after NHSs founder Aneurin Bevan.


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