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Voices: ‘How will this get me back to work quicker?’ Readers fear plans to ‘scrap’ sick notes

YOUR VIEWS: As the government trials sweeping changes to the fit note system – including replacing some GP-issued sick notes with referrals to work and health coaches – our community have shared fears that the reforms could leave seriously ill people without proper medical support while trying to stay in…

The Independent UK

John Swinney's indyref2 motion published ahead of Holyrood debate – see the full text

JOHN Swinney’s motion calling on the UK Government to devolve powers for a second Scottish independence referendum to be held has been published.

The National (Scotland)

Britain’s pothole-ravaged streets stopping older people from exercising, MPs say

In the UK, physical inactivity is associated with one in six deaths and is estimated to cost £7.4 billion annually

The Independent UK

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Britain rolls out landmark transgender rules for single sex toilets, NHS wards and women-only spaces

Britain's new transgender access rules, following a Supreme Court ruling, allow single-sex spaces to exclude trans individuals if proportionate for privacy, safety, or dignity. This impacts healthcare, sports, and workplaces, sparking national debate on inclusion and rights. Organizations must balance protections, with case-by-case assessments encouraged.

The Times of India

All my children might die before they’re 35, says mum after missed test results reveal rare genetic condition

Sarah Bingham, 39, from Weston-super-Mare, said her son Caleb nearly died at eight months old after having blood poisoning and bacterial meningitis

The Independent UK

Met Police warns of officer number cuts as row over Sadiq Khan blocking Palantir AI contract explodes

The Metropolitan Police said without the new technology it would be ‘forced to make further tough choices’ and reduce officer numbers

Evening Standard

John Swinney to host first meeting of ‘streamlined’ Scottish cabinet

The Scottish First Minister will chair the first meeting of his new-look cabinet team on Friday.

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New laws could see ID checks rolled out at salons in bid to crack down on children using sunbeds

The new proposals would require staff to be present and check a customer’s ID before they can use a sunbed

The Independent UK

The one thing that’s just as important as medication for your health later in life

The Commons Health and Social Care Committee have cited one factor as being a ‘major driver of ill health in later life’

The Independent UK

Met Police warns of reduced officer numbers after mayor blocks Palantir deal

The force said it was disappointed after Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan blocked the £50 million deal with the technology firm.

Evening Standard

Met Palantir row goes to heart of how public services should use AI

UK’s largest police force says Palantir is only company that can supply what it needs. But is it worth the controversy that comes with it?

The Guardian - UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Reeves slashes prices for families and Andrew trade papers revealed

Five things Rachel Reeves has announced as VAT is cut for families. Documents reveal details of Andrew’s trade envoy appointment – including late Queen’s involvement. NHS sacks 11 staff who accessed Nottingham attack victims’ medical records. UK net migration falls sharply but half of Brits think otherwise. Police make five…

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NHS sacks 11 staff who accessed Nottingham attack victims’ medical records

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NHS trust sacks staff who illegally accessed records of Nottingham attack victims

Nottingham University hospitals trust says 11 members of staff dismissed and 14 others given written warnings

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The Conversation

Teen self-harm: responses should focus on social context, not just mental health

Around one in six adolescents worldwide report having self-harmed at some point in their lives. In England, an NHS mental health survey of 2,370 children and young people found that more than one in three young adults aged 17 to 24 had self-harmed.

Evening Standard

NHS trust sacks staff for accessing health records of Nottingham stab victims

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said ’11 members of staff have been dismissed and a further 14 have had actions taken against them’.

The Guardian - UK

Sadiq Khan sparks row with Met after blocking £50m AI deal with Palantir

Exclusive: Scotland Yard criticises London mayor’s decision as disappointing and warns it could hit policing

The Independent UK

NHS staff who accessed medical records of Nottingham stabbing attack victims sacked

Students Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and grandfather Ian Coates, were killed in a stabbing rampage by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023

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Voices: My partner snores and it’s ruining our relationship

DEAR VIX: The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email dearvix@independent.co.uk for advice on love, work, family and relationships

Evening Standard

Women dying of breast cancer as life-extending drug remains blocked in England

A campaign is calling for Enhertu to be made available on the NHS.

The Independent UK

One week of radiotherapy ‘just as good as three’ for early-stage breast cancer

Since 2020, it is estimated that tens of thousands of people in the UK have already benefited from a shorter radiotherapy course on the NHS.

The Independent UK

Commonly-prescribed supplements ‘have no effect’ in preventing fractures in elderly people, review finds

On the NHS, some people are prescribed both vitamins if they are at risk of osteoporosis or a fracture, while others buy supplements in the belief they will prevent broken bones

Evening Standard

Reality star Scott Thomas opens up about ‘debilitating’ OCD diagnosis

The former Love Island star revealed the diagnosis on his At Home With The Thomas Bros’ podcast.

The Guardian - UK

Badenoch says Labour ‘just want a better salesman’. It would be a good start

Starmer has a reasonable list of achievements in power but has undermined himself with a lack of political storytelling

The Guardian - UK

The causes and dire effects of the NHS nurse shortage

Letters: Zoe Anderson says the health service’s rigid working conditions forced her to leave. Plus Jill Whitehead on how a lack of nursing care contributed to her son’s death

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