4 h. ago School staff warned care home that resident posed danger to others, inquest told

Melissa Mathieson, 18, was strangled by Jason Conroy at Alexandra House, in Bristol, in 2014.

Events

23 h. ago Teachers strike after Jamaican staff 'targeted' at south London school

Teachers at a school in Beckenham have complained about being ‘severely overworked to the point of exhaustion’

Events

5 d. ago You can’t fix the NHS without fixing social care, Streeting warned

Social care was described as a ‘very significant question’ hanging over the blueprint by the shadow health secretary.

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5 d. ago Paddleboard tragedy teen's school to celebrate his life on last day of term

Auchmuty High School has said the day will allow students and staff to "share stories, laugh, cry and support each other".

Culture

8 d. 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

1 week ago Premiere takes place of short animation film of famous Squinty Tree in area of Livingston

The premiere of the short animation about the Squinty Tree took place last month in the Big Living Room at Almond HQ and was attended by local councillors, Almond contractors and staff, as well as pupils from Letham Primary School.

Politics

1 week ago Amber heat health alert across UK as high temperatures risk 'danger to life'

The UKHSA issued the alert for at least seven UK regions, warning significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures

Events

2 w. ago TV medic Dr Zoe warns against 'biggest wound care myth' that could lead to infection

The TV medic has urged Brits not to make this one common mistake when treating wounds

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2 w. ago 'Not enough staff' present at Ayrshire after school club, says Care Inspectorate

The service was graded as ‘good’ across three quality indicators and ‘adequate’ across one other.

Politics

2 w. ago Hong Kong teachers allegedly told to avoid US Independence Day events

Messages advise staff to also warn students off celebrations to avoid violating national security lawTeachers in Hong Kong have been warned to keep themselves and students away from any US Independence Day celebrations as they may breach national security laws, educators have alleged.A text message purportedly sent by the principal of a Hong Kong school to staff said the education bureau’s regional education office had reminded them “to be careful about Independence Day activities organised by the US consulate in Hong Kong, and not to participate to avoid violating the national security law and Hong Kong laws”. Continue reading...

Politics

2 w. ago Top London private school shakes up English curriculum with drag queen memoir and non

Staff at Alleyn’s School in Dulwich say the authors were introduced as part of a ‘genuine diversification’ of the curriculum

Politics

2 w. ago Glenboig Primary School receives positive report from Education Scotland

Inspection highlighted the school’s warm and welcoming environment, dedicated staff and strong leadership.

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3 w. ago How summer could damage your vision! Expert issues warning to Scottish residents on eye care

As the brighter months arrive and Scottish folks spend more time outdoors, and often more time staring at screens or squinting in sunlight, experts are reminding us that summer is the perfect time to take stock of our eye health.

Events

4 w. ago School loses Supreme Court bid over Christian staff member sacked for LGBT posts

Kristie Higgs, a Christian mother of two, was sacked from her role at Farmor’s School in Fairford, Gloucestershire, for sharing Facebook posts.

Events

4 w. ago Fury grows over the NHS staff who are turning away sick private school pupils

Wes Streeting (pictured) was urged to 'act swiftly' yesterday after a child was denied vital treatment because he goes to a private school.

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