16 h. ago Inquiry told of older people ‘cull’ as Matt Hancock defends care home policies

At a press conference in May 2020, Mr Hancock said: ‘Right from the start, we’ve tried to throw a protective ring around our care homes.’

Events

17 h. ago Matt Hancock admits 'protective ring' around care homes was 'impossible' during fiery exchange at Covid inquiry

Former health secretary Matt Hancock was in combative mood during a bad-tempered appearance before the Covid-19 Inquiry, at which he defended his actions during the pandemic.

Politics

19 h. ago Kate Middleton's gruelling cancer treatment ordeal laid bare in her own words

The Princess of Wales has opened up about the 'life changing' long term effects of her cancer treatment as she spoke with other cancer patients and staff at the Colchester Hospital in Essex

Economics

19 h. ago Inquiry hears of older people ‘cull’ as Matt Hancock defends care home policies

At a press conference in May 2020, Mr Hancock said: ‘Right from the start, we’ve tried to throw a protective ring around our care homes.’

Events

20 h. ago Kate Middleton's candid admission on cancer treatment as it's 'difficult to function'

The Princess of Wales opened up about the "life changing" long term effects of her cancer treatment today as she chatted to cancer patients and staff at the Colchester Hospital in Essex

Politics

20 h. ago Kate Middleton opens up about her 'really difficult' cancer recovery as she meets with hospital patients and says 'you're not able to function normally'

Kate, 43, looked stunning in smart attire as she visited the RHS's Wellbeing Garden at Colchester Hospital today.

Science

20 h. ago Matt Hancock defiant about Covid care home plan after ‘generational slaughter’ claim

The High Court ruled in 2022 that government policies on discharging hospital patients into care homes at the start of the pandemic were ‘unlawful’

Politics

22 h. ago Hancock: Moving patients from hospitals to care homes was least

Module six of the inquiry is focused on the effect the pandemic had on both the publicly and privately funded adult social care sector across the UK.

Science

23 h. ago Matt Hancock admits care home pandemic plans 'as good as useless' as inquiry shown chilling texts

Appearing before the Covid Inquiry, former Health Secretary Matt Hancock lashed out at local authorities and Public Health England as messages between him and minister Helen Whately were revealed

Events

23 h. ago Greater Manchester care home earmarked for closure as 'difficult news' announced

The Salvation Army has unveiled a list of five care homes where 'consultations' will begin

Politics

65 h. ago Coroner warns care home of ‘cultural problem’ after patient’s double bed fall

Sonia Sore, 84, fell onto the floor at North Court Care Home in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, on October 14 and October 20 2023.

Events

65 h. ago Catastrophic failures led to the 'generational slaughter' of the elderly and vulnerable as Covid 'spread like wildfire' through care homes, inquiry hears

A civil servant said the government's approach to care homes resulted in a 'generational slaughter' or the elderly and vulnerable. The Covid-19 Inquiry in London began its sixth module today.

Events

68 h. ago Covid Inquiry: 'Generational slaughter' as patients sent into care homes

The public inquiry into the handling of the pandemic has been told of 'generational slaughter' after untested hospital patients sent into care homes saw the virus sweep through them 'like wildfire'

Science

69 h. ago Residents fear Falkirk care at home outsourcing will have serious impact

Falkirk Council staff will no longer provide care to residents at Tygetshaugh, who say that despite assurances that care support will not change they are still worried.

Politics

69 h. ago Paedophile who raped children in Scots care homes caged for 15 years

Edward Stanton, 73, who has a prolific history of committing child sex abuse crimes, has been caged again.

Society

3 d. ago AD FEATURE: Fernbees Day Nursery wins top award for its intergenerational care

The nursery is specifically designed to foster interactions between children and the residents of Fernlea Care Home

Events

3 d. ago Hounslow Care Home Enjoys ‘The Big Summer Weekender’ with Local Community

Hounslow Care Home Enjoys ‘The Big Summer Weekender’ with Local Community  London Post

Politics

4 d. ago Bereaved urge ‘truth’ as Covid inquiry shifts focus to care homes

Matt Hancock will appear on Wednesday for a full-day session to face questions during a module set to last five weeks.

Politics

5 d. ago Hospital money could be linked to patient feedback under new plan – report

The 10-year plan for the NHS is due to be announced next week.

Science

5 d. ago Funding for hospitals will be linked to patient feedback ratings in Starmer's 10

Patients' ratings of hospitals will be directly to the funding they receive from the government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer's plans to overhaul the NHS.

Science