In a controversial move, the health secretary, Steve Barclay, has put forward proposals to ban transgender women from accessing female hospital wards in England. These suggestions aim to combat what he refers to as “wokery” in the National Health Service (NHS), which he claims has resulted in the marginalization of women’s rights. This proposal has
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The announcement of the departure of the chairman of the John Lewis Partnership, Dame Sharon White, in 2025 has sparked concerns about the future of the business. This news comes just weeks after the company warned of an extension to its turnaround plan, indicating further challenges ahead. With a history of losses and struggles to
Leeds, a city located in West Yorkshire, was recently struck by a shocking and heartrending incident. Two men lost their lives in a brutal stabbing, leaving the community in a state of shock and grief. The local police have made two arrests in connection with the murders. This tragic event occurred on Saturday morning, rendering
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has recognized the need for a significant overhaul of public services and the welfare system in order to address the issue of constantly increasing taxes. According to Hunt, the government should focus on enhancing productivity rather than expanding the state. He highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence in improving frontline efficiencies and
A devastating incident occurred on a motorway in Merseyside, resulting in a school bus overturning and causing significant casualties. The crash, which has been declared a “major incident,” has left many affected and emergency services working tirelessly to assist those involved. The incident has prompted the closure of the motorway and a call for alternative
In a shocking turn of events, MailOnline has officially terminated Dan Wootton’s contract as a columnist. The decision came after a conflict that unfolded on GB News involving comments made by Laurence Fox. Wootton, who had been suspended by GB News earlier, found himself at the center of a controversy that has left both supporters
A man who was convicted of rape and subsequently avoided a prison sentence is now having his conviction reviewed after prosecutors admitted to making mistakes during his trial. Sean Hogg, at the age of 22, was found guilty of raping a 13-year-old girl on multiple occasions in Dalkeith Park, Midlothian back in 2018, when he
The head of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Mark Rowley, has issued a stark warning about the significant decrease in armed police cover in London. This comes after a revolt by officers, leading to a number of them standing down from firearms duties following a murder charge against one of their colleagues. While the exact number
The Met Office has recently identified a severe storm, named ‘Agnes’, that is expected to hit several areas in the UK. The office has issued a yellow warning for the storm, cautioning about potential risks to life and safety. With strong winds, large waves, and flying debris, the storm poses significant dangers to the affected
The future of the High-Speed 2 (HS2) rail project seems to be hanging by a thread. Recent reports suggest that the northern section, planned between Birmingham and Manchester, may be scrapped due to mounting concerns over its exorbitant cost. While Grant Shapps, the current Minister of Defence and former transport secretary, has not confirmed these