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The call from conservation charity Plantlife comes as it kicks off its annual “no mow May” campaign to encourage homeowners ...
The cause of Spain and Portugal’s widespread blackouts remained a mystery on Tuesday, with some isolated disruption remaining ...
The first of three accusers expected to give evidence at Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial has entered the witness box, ...
More than 1,000 physician associates (PAs) could begin their careers in the NHS every year after regulators approved dozens of courses to teach them. The General Medical Council (GMC) said it had ...
Pedestrians and cyclists are 44% more likely to die if they are hit by an SUV or similar-sized vehicle rather than a traditional car, a study has found. The figure rises to 82% for children, the ...
Households will be able to choose from more options to upgrade their home heating systems with the help of Government grants, under new proposals. The Government said its boiler upgrade scheme, which ...
Doctors should prescribe exercise to patients undergoing cancer care to help counter the side-effects of treatments, a new study suggests. Physical activity during treatment can also boost mental ...
Climate Change Committee warns not enough is being done to prepare the country and people for floods, droughts, heatwaves and wildfires.
The findings have been published ahead of the NAHT school leaders’ union conference in Harrogate this weekend.
The rise is thought to be partly down to an increase in exploitation of migrant women in the care sector, Unseen said.
The Treasury Committee is urging the Government to improve its monitoring and said the Treasury may eventually need to mandate cash acceptance.
However, a report by the ABRSM, the exam board of the Royal Schools of Music, suggests the range of instruments now being taught is ‘widening’.