Same-day pharmacy consultations offered to patients
Patients with minor health issues will be offered same-day pharmacy consultations under a new deal announced by the Health and Social Care Secretary.
Scientists find mental cause of ‘Uncanny Valley’ feeling
University of Cambridge scientists have discovered mechanisms in the brain that could be the cause of the 'Uncanny Valley' feeling, of looking at something near to human but not quite human.
Grenfell community to get further education funding boost
The Government has pledged up to £32.3 million to support the local community affected by the Grenfell Tower fire so they can access high-quality further education and training.
Playing catch-up: An update on the NHS digital revolution
Here, Andrew Gardner discusses what is really going on under the surface of the NHS digital revolution and what further needs to happen.
Thousands of NHS doctors and dentists to receive pay rise
The Health and Social Care Secretary has announced one of the biggest pay rises in a decade for thousands of NHS doctors and dentists.
UK to lead global innovation in sustainable plastics
New forms of packaging and sustainable plastics made from plants, wood chippings and food waste could be a step closer, thanks to new business and government investment.
Where is the clean water in Iraq?
Authorities have failed to ensure for almost 30 years that Basra residents have sufficient clean water in Iraq, resulting in on-going health concerns, Human Rights Watch said in a report.
£80 million government investment to develop net-zero planes and cars
Government unveils £80 million investment to help develop the next generation of net-zero electric vehicles and new hybrid aircrafts.
Bridging the digital gap: The importance of teaching technology to older people
Alongside Maplewave, we explore the importance of teaching technology to older people in order to close the digital age divide and which methods will help close the digital gap.
UK immigration reform: Home Office is the weakest link
Immigration solicitor Anne Morris questions how the Home Office will deliver complete UK immigration reform when it is already struggling under the current status quo.
Sudan: Life without the internet
Since June 3rd, Sudan has been experiencing an almost-complete internet blackout with devastating effects on the lives of citizens, such as their ability to communicate and organise protests.
Eco-friendly homes: a look at millennials and the housing market
When you think about a typical house, it is usually made from either stone or brick, powered by electricity and has a roof structured to protect its residents from rain. However, as millennials hit the housing market, the criteria has begun to change and they are driving the construction of ‘wellness-minded’ buildings.
Suffering in silence: The fear of undocumented female victims in America
In this article, immigration attorney Kushal Patel exposes how undocumented female victims of sexual, physical and emotional abuse feel unable to go to the police, due to the policy adopted by President Trump.
Is Venezuela approaching a complete societal shutdown?
Here, Laura Sharp and Georgina Wright assess the ongoing social, economic and political situation in Venezuela to explore the likelihood of the country experiencing a complete societal shutdown.
New approach to engaging rough sleeping and homeless community
Public Health England South West coordinated a multi-intervention day with local healthcare providers, charities and services to provide TB screening for the rough sleeping and homeless community.
Which countries are the most progressive on maternity leave?
Instant Offices have looked at which countries have the most progressive approaches into maternity leave around the world.
How can your business support flexible working parents?
Rebecca Hourston, Managing Director, Working Parent & Executive, Talking Talent highlights seven ways that businesses and human resources can support flexible working parents.
Diplomacy and tact in cross-border contract exits
Here, David Vaughan and Sneha Nainwal illuminate what really happens in the geopolitical shifts between countries: they discuss changes of government, the complexities of foreign law, and exiting binding cross-border contracts.
The future of the smartwatches: Kids champion eco-friendly gadgets
Smartwatches are already capable of tracking health and fitness, monitoring sleep, receiving messages and much more than we ever could have imagined a decade ago. So, with that in mind, what could the future hold for wearable tech?.
Costs of special educational needs services could ‘break’ council budgets
County councils today warn that costs of ‘well-intentioned’ reforms to expand special educational needs services are threatening to ‘break’ their budgets.