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UK space agency funds new studies to tackle global space debris challenges

The UK Space Agency has allocated more than £380,000 to advance international research into space debris, underscoring the UK's leadership in global space sustainability efforts.

Historic US-UK deal to accelerate AI drug discovery, quantum and nuclear research

A new US-UK tech prosperity deal will accelerate AI drug discovery with significant investment in quantum and nuclear.

UK report calls for National Occupational Health Service to support employees

A new UK report urges a national occupational health service to support employees, reduce work-related illness, and ease pressure on the NHS.

Making the NHS 10-year Health Plan for England deliver for dementia

Beth Clayton-Exworth of Dementia UK outlines steps for the NHS 10-Year Plan to improve care for the UK’s one million people with dementia.

The UK invests over £10 million to improve addiction research and support

The UK government has announced an investment of over £10 million to tackle the country’s growing drug and alcohol addiction crisis.

Which 14 NHS Trusts are under investigation for maternity failures?

The UK government has launched a rapid investigation into maternity care targeting 14 NHS trusts.

UK Government coders save 28 working days a year with AI assistance

A major government trial has demonstrated that AI coding assistants are significantly enhancing productivity among developers across the public sector, saving nearly an hour of work per day per coder, which is equivalent to 28 working days each year overall.

New SEND and education reforms aim to improve standards across UK schools

From expanded RISE teams to updated Ofsted report cards, the government introduces reforms ensuring better outcomes for SEND students and all children.

RAAC removed from seven NHS hospitals over dangerous roofs

The government removes RAAC concrete from seven additional NHS hospitals, accelerating the nationwide safety programme to protect patients and staff.

NHS League Tables: New rankings set to reveal best and worst local trusts

For the first time, NHS league tables will rank every trust in England by patient care, waiting times, and feedback.

Ofsted introduces new 5-point grading scale and enhanced report cards

Ofsted introduces a new 5-point grading scale, including the top ‘exceptional’ grade, with report cards giving parents clear insights into school and nursery performance.

Resident doctors threaten strike as NHS faces job shortage crisis

First-year doctors in England may strike, as over half of resident doctors face unemployment, exposing a major NHS workforce crisis.

Could private investment models fix the NHS infrastructure crisis?

The NHS faces a £14bn repair backlog, but health leaders say global private investment models could be the key to modern, world-class facilities.

UNISON warns NHS outsourcing threatens pay and conditions for lowest-paid staff

UNISON highlights the dangers of NHS outsourcing, urging protection for low-paid staff and stronger measures to safeguard working conditions and patient care.

Senior doctors in England prepare to strike: What it means for NHS patients

Senior doctors in England are ready to take a stand and strike over pay disputes, following the resident doctors' strikes in July.

Over 6 million cancer diagnoses are projected by 2040, warns Cancer Research UK 

Cancer Research UK and 60 other charities warn of a projected 6.3 million new cancer cases in England by 2040.

The UK launches a campaign in Spain and Germany to boost research partnerships through Horizon Europe

The UK government has launched a new international campaign aimed at positioning the country as a leading research and innovation partner through Horizon Europe.

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