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Three in five liver cancer cases are preventable, says global report

The Lancet Commission finds that over three in five liver cancer cases are due to modifiable risks like hepatitis, alcohol, and obesity, highlighting urgent prevention needs.

Remote Scottish communities will benefit from broadband boost

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses across some of the most remote areas in Scotland are expected to gain access to fast, reliable internet for the first time due to a major UK Government investment.

EU environment policy: Nature, biodiversity, the circular economy and chemicals

Explore EU environment policy, illustrated by the examples of nature, biodiversity, the circular economy and chemicals, with Open Access Government.

Key stakeholders unite to drive growth in Scotland’s agri-food sector

Today (30 April 2025), Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill hears from sector experts on barriers to growth in the Scottish agri-food supply chain.

Roche receives FDA breakthrough device designation for digital pathology diagnostic

The biotech company Roche is receiving support towards its efforts to advance cancer diagnosis, as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Breakthrough Device Designation to its new artificial intelligence-powered companion diagnostic device, the VENTANA® TROP2 (EPR20043) RxDx.

NICE new guidelines to reduce fragility in older people and lower hospital admission rates

Updated guidance recommends personalised assessments and previous medical history to reduce fragility in support of older and at-risk individuals.

Over a million households will gain £420 boost under new Universal Credit rules

From 30 April 2025, a significant change to Universal Credit will ensure that more than a million low-income households across the UK receive a financial boost, thanks to new rules reducing the amount that can be deducted from their benefits to repay debts.

UK produces Europe’s first E-beam chip lab

The UK government has shown its commitment to their semiconductor industry by revealing its new electron beam (E-beam) lithography facility at the University of Southampton.

Real-time kidney transplant monitoring model developed using warm perfusion

A collaborative team has created a new model that enables continuous monitoring of kidney transplants through warm machine perfusion of human organs.

PAC criticise HMRC over rising costs and outdated systems

The most recent Public Accounts Committee (PAC) highlights concerns over HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), which shows the need for modernisation and improved efficiency for a more customer-focused approach.

UKHSA reports rising resistance to newest antibiotics on NHS

A new study shows some bacteria have already become resistant to one of the latest antibiotics available on the NHS.

AI at the core: Public-private collaboration to transform UK public services

Strategic partnerships between government and industry are driving AI adoption – enhancing efficiency, improving citizen services, and shaping public sector innovation, as Rob Worsley, Head of Data, Analytics and AI at Hitachi Solutions Europe explains.

The impact of cannabis use during pregnancy

With areas of expertise in cannabis use and brain disorders, Justine Renard from the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction spoke to Lorna Rothery about the prevalence and potential impacts of cannabis use during pregnancy.

Achieving cost savings and improved performance in the NHS: A data-driven path to sustainable success

In this article, Gareth Jenkins from Changeology Group Ltd examines how data-driven methodologies – supported by real NHS case studies – can foster meaningful, sustainable change.

The 2025-2030 ESPR plan to promote sustainable products

The European Commission has announced the launch of its 2025-2030 plans to create a greener, more circular economy under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Energy Labelling Regulation.

200 European territories launch ambitious innovation initiative for local transformation

On 29 April 2025, over 200 European territories will officially kick off the EU Preparatory Action "Innovation for Place-Based Transformation" with a high-level launch event streamed online.

World-first UK trial launched for fridge-free vaccine

An innovative fridge-free vaccine will enter its first-in-human clinical trial at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Southampton Clinical Research Facility.

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