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Improving picture but further flooding impacts expected in England following Storm Claudia – uk.gov
The Environment Agency is warning that while weather conditions are now more settled, ongoing river flooding impacts remain likely following Storm Claudia. The Met Office’s rain and wind warnings have now expired, and today is expected to be more settled. However, the recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Claudia has led to widespread disruption, and … Read more
Recruitment campaign shortlisted for national honour – uk.gov
The Civil Nuclear Constabulary’s (CNC) Relocate to Dounreay campaign has been shortlisted for a national award. Created in partnership with branding specialists Penna, the recruitment campaign has been named a finalist in the Creative Idea category at the RAD Awards, alongside entries from Nando’s, Asda, Ford, and Aegon. Celebrating excellence in employer branding and marketing, … Read more
Nation to benefit from two new national forests backed by £1 billion investment in tree planting
Second new national forest will be in the Oxford-Cambridge corridor. A competition will be launched for a third new national forest in the Midlands or North of England in early 2026 Communities across England will benefit from expanded access to nature, with the creation of two new national forests supporting nature recovery, green jobs, and … Read more
Tough new laws to strengthen the UK’s defences against cyber attacks on NHS, transport and energy
Proposed new laws will strengthen cyber defences for essential public services like healthcare, drinking water providers, transport and energy. UK to be better protected than ever to face down cyber criminals and state-backed actors – delivering strong foundations for the government’s Plan for Change. Bolstered protections for the UK economy – with new research showing the annual … Read more
Flu vaccine providing important protection despite new subclade – uk.gov
Children and adults across England are receiving strong protection from this year’s flu vaccine, despite the emergence of a new subclade driving an unusually early flu season. New data published today as a pre-print by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows the 2025/26 vaccine is currently 70 to 75% effective at preventing hospital attendance … Read more
BBC bias claims on Gaza, trans issues exposed
A leaked internal document from a former BBC standards adviser has exposed alleged systemic editorial failures spanning multiple topics, intensifying pressure that led to the resignations of the broadcaster’s top executives over the weekend. The 19-page memo by Michael Prescott, who served as an independent adviser to the BBC’s Editorial Guidelines and Standards Committee until … Read more
One in six UK employers expect AI to cut jobs
One in six UK employers expect artificial intelligence to reduce their workforce within the next 12 months, with junior and administrative roles bearing the brunt of automation, according to a major survey released this week that underscores growing concerns about AI’s impact on employment. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development surveyed more than 2,000 … Read more
Health boost for Britain’s forces as New NHS Programme Launches – uk.gov
Thousands of veterans, serving personnel, reservists, and their families to receive better healthcare in recognition of their service Major new NHS programme, backed by £1.8 million, will see NHS staff receive training to identify patients with Armed Forces backgrounds and provide more targeted, personalised care Every NHS trust in England now Armed-Forces-friendly as part of … Read more
Dr Alison Cave: Pharmacists are on the frontline of medicines safety – and your reports make all the difference – uk.gov
This #MedSafetyWeek (3–9 November), the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is highlighting the vital role pharmacists play in keeping medicines and medical devices safe. Every day, pharmacists help patients use medicines safely and effectively. We are aware you are often the first point of call when something doesn’t look or feel right – … Read more
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