Sewage pollution of Scotland’s rivers and beaches is far more widespread than realised because ministers have failed to take the problem seriously, an environment watchdog
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Final Grenfell inquiry report released as companies involved brace for criticism
Companies and public authorities involved in the Grenfell Tower refurbishment are braced for wide-ranging criticisms when the final public inquiry report on the 2017 disaster
Pension pot amount needed for ‘basic’ retirement rises 60% in three years
The average pension pot needed for a “basic” retirement has risen by almost 60% in three years, according to research that highlights how the UK
NHS faces ‘tipping point’ in England where most appointments will not be with GPs
The NHS in England is heading towards a “tipping point” after which GPs will no longer provide the majority of appointments because their numbers are
Councils in England draining reserves to stay afloat, leaders say
Local authority leaders say they are having to drain their financial reserves to keep services afloat and avoid effective bankruptcy. A survey of the mid-tier
Eat less bacon and cheese to cut heart attack risk, Britons urged
People in the UK are being urged to eat less ham, bacon and cheese in order to reduce their salt intake and in turn their
Ofsted reforms to focus on inclusion, behaviour and attendance
Schools in England will be judged on how well they deal with post-Covid behaviour, absenteeism and special educational needs as part of far-reaching reforms to
Women fleeing rape face coercion and control by Home Office contractors
Women who have fled rape, forced marriage and sexual exploitation are being subjected to coercion and control by Home Office contractors in hotels, according to
Coalition of English councils calls for emergency £644m to fund housing
An “unprecedented coalition” of councils in England has called for an emergency injection of £644m from the government to stabilise their housing accounts and prevent
UK retail sales pick up as shoppers seek picnic and barbecue food
Warmer weather lifted retail sales growth in the UK last month as shoppers grabbed grub for picnics and barbecues and kitted out their wardrobes with