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Powering net zero in housing and healthcare

Steve Norman from Sustain Commercial Solar Ltd guides us through a smarter approach to sustainability when it comes to powering net zero in housing and healthcare.

Extreme nuclear transients: Astronomers discover world-breaking cosmic explosion

A team of astronomers at the University of Hawai'i's Institute for Astronomers (IfA) have discovered a new type of cosmic explosion that exceeds anything observed previously.

MPs vote to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales

In a landmark decision, the UK Government has voted to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, a legalisation dating back to the Victorian era.

The UK makes a major investment to boost their cyber security

The UK Government has unveiled its new Cyber Growth Action Plan, supported by a £16 million investment to foster innovation.

10-Year NHS Health Plan delivers major boost to UK clinical trials

The government has unveiled a transformative initiative that will empower millions of NHS patients to find and join clinical trials via the NIHR’s “Be Part of Research” portal within the NHS App.

Digital services potential: Why the public sector must accelerate personalised services

Beyond big-ticket spending, a crucial public sector shift is underway. In this exclusive opinion piece, Tony Mercer, former Home Office senior civil servant, explores how digital services and AI integration across the NHS and HMRC promise to revolutionise daily life by enhancing customer service, making public services as seamless as private ones.

UK Government commits to support farming: £2.7bn annually to drive sustainable agriculture

The UK government has announced a significant financial commitment to support farming and the environment over the next three years.

NHS delivers life-changing artificial pancreas to young type 1 diabetics

Around 20,000 children and young people with type 1 diabetes in England now benefit from life-changing 'artificial pancreas' technology, recommended by NICE.

Achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, guides us through achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government.

EU reassesses car labelling directive to boost digitalisation and zero-emission vehicle uptake

The European Commission has published a new evaluation of the Car Labelling Directive (Directive 1999/94/EC), revealing that while the policy has helped consumers make more informed vehicle choices, there is room for improvement to help meet the EU’s climate and digital goals.

Over a quarter of 999 call handlers quit amid rising stress, says Unison

More than a quarter of NHS ambulance call handlers have left their roles in the past three years, according to a new report from Unison.

Key global energy issues, including renewables

Explore essential global energy issues, including renewable energy, decarbonisation, battery storage systems and solar panels.

£12 million boost for green innovation as Ofgem funds 15 energy projects

Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) has awarded £12 million to support 15 new energy projects aimed at transforming Great Britain’s energy networks and accelerating the path to net zero emissions.

England becomes first to offer belantamab mafodotin for multiple myeloma  

Around 1,500 people in England with multiple myeloma will benefit from belantamab mafodotin, used in combination with bortezomib and dexamethasone.

Psychedelic therapy with psilocybin relieves depression in cancer patients

New results from a clinical trial reveal that a single dose of psilocybin can provide sustained reductions in depression and anxiety in individuals with cancer suffering from major depressive disorder.

Future aerospace leaders to join NASA’s junior test pilot school

This summer, a new generation of aerospace explorers will get an up-close look at careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through the 2025 Junior Test Pilot School.

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions continue to improve research careers and EU innovation

The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) remain a vital component of the European Union’s research and innovation ecosystem.

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