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Breakthrough Obe-cel drug for aggressive leukaemia to reach NHS patients

A new immunotherapy for a severe form of blood cancer will soon be available on the NHS, offering new hope to adults whose disease has returned or stopped responding to conventional treatment.

Reformed councils need future-fit workforce strategies, not just short-term staffing fixes

Working within local government has been an attractive prospect for millions over the years, offering the opportunity to serve their local community and enjoy the benefits associated with a career in the public sector.

Is accuracy still the bedrock of democracy and good governance?

Ray Dorney, the Director at Rockford Associates, examines whether accuracy is still the bedrock of democracy and good governance.

How smarter NHS investment could fix care, fuel growth, and house key workers

A new report from NHS Providers and PA Consulting shows that smarter capital investment could cut waiting times, drive growth, and deliver housing for NHS staff.

UK faces growing cyber threats: NCSC urges urgent action in annual review

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has recently launched its ninth Annual Review, revealing that a growing threat landscape is outpacing the UK's cyber resilience.

The tides are heating: White Dwarfs in binary systems run hotter than expected

A new study from Kyoto University has shown that white dwarfs, which were once thought to be relatively cool and dormant, can be significantly hotter than expected when locked in tight orbits with another star.

£30 million UK project to advance electric vehicle research and development

Toyota leads a £30 million UK government-funded electric vehicle R&D project, featuring solar roofs and smart connectivity, to accelerate zero-emission mobility and support advanced manufacturing jobs.

Update on the UK’s biggest oilfield: Decision day looms for Rosebank

Oil giant Equinor has resubmitted its application for the massive Rosebank oil field, forcing the UK government to make an imminent, defining decision. This move triggers a crucial 30-day public consultation, becoming the final battleground for the UK's largest undeveloped oil reserve, with climate activists mobilising to demand it be rejected

G20 ministers commit to global science cooperation

Ministers from the world’s leading economies gathered in Tshwane for the 2025 G20 Research, Science and Innovation Ministerial Meeting, discussing a shared commitment to global cooperation in science, technology, and innovation (STI).

Why Europe cannot afford to overlook public transport

Thomas Lymes at Eurocities, explains why Europe cannot afford to neglect public transport and discusses its funding potential.

Could a four-day work week fix the NHS workforce crisis?

A BMJ article explores whether a four-day working week could ease recruitment challenges, reduce absenteeism, and improve morale in the NHS.

Poorer health linked to surge in Reform UK votes, BMJ study indicates

Poorer health metrics, particularly for respiratory and chronic diseases, are strongly linked to a higher proportion of votes for Reform UK, a BMJ Group study suggests. This association surge in reform highlights the critical need for all policymakers to urgently address health inequalities.

A one-size-fits-all SEND system won’t work?

Ed Robbins warns that a one-size-fits-all approach to special educational needs and disabilities is ineffective, cautioning that policymakers may be repeating past mistakes by assuming that inclusion means every child should learn in the same type of environment.

Doctors raise alarm over winter hospital preparedness, RCP survey reveals

A Royal College of Physicians survey of over 550 doctors shows only 10% are confident hospitals can safely manage winter pressures, citing overcrowded emergency departments, staffing shortages, and temporary care measures.

iCOMAT opens new space manufacturing facility in Gloucestershire

A new manufacturing facility has been opened in Hardwickle, Gloucestershire. The 45,000 sq ft plant, established by advanced composites firm iCOMAT, is set to revolutionise the way lightweight structures for space applications are designed and built.

UK launches new network to grow climate-resilient crops and secure future food supply

The University of Southampton has launched NUCNet, a £645K initiative to urgently research climate-resilient crops like lentils and chickpeas.

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry honours a breakthrough for a cleaner planet

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi for their work in developing metal–organic frameworks (MOFs).

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