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In June 2026, the NHS faced an unprecedented surge in A&E attendances, with a record 106,667 visits reported across emergency departments in the North East. This marks a staggering increase...

A new study has linked late-night alcohol sales to a marked increase in alcohol-related incidents in Aberdeen. Between 2017 and 2020, ambulance call-outs soared by 11.4%, while reported crimes rose...

Health Secretary Yvette Cooper has lauded the dedicated staff at the Royal Berkshire Hospital’s maternity unit during her visit, praising a new triage system that has significantly improved care efficiency....

Puratos Ltd has been fined £120,000 for breaching health and safety regulations, following a HSE inspection that revealed dangerous conditions at its Buckinghamshire facility. Inspectors noted dust leakage from machinery...

Twelve toy products have been recalled in the UK due to potential asbestos contamination, prompting serious health warnings from the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). Consumers are advised...

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the world’s first lower-carbon inhalers for asthma treatment, reducing carbon emissions by up to 90%. These new Clenil Modulite inhalers,...

Swan Walk Shopping Centre in Horsham remains closed for a week due to a glass ceiling collapse, with only two stores, Marks and Spencer and Boots, currently open amid ongoing...

Puratos Limited has been fined £120,000 for multiple safety breaches at its Buckingham factory, putting employees at risk of occupational asthma due to excessive dust exposure. An investigation by the...

Puratos has been fined £120,000 after a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation revealed serious health risks for employees at its Buckingham facility. The inquiry found hazardous dust exposure from...

A poignant farm safety event in Suffolk has brought to light the stark reality of safety in UK agriculture, which remains the country’s most dangerous industry. Organised by NFU representative...