A Miss England beauty queen is swapping high-heels for high-vis as she trains to become a lorry driver due to a shortage of UK truckers. Farmer’s daughter and model Milly Everatt, 22, is working towards a new career in a traditionally male-dominated industry in a bid to break the stereotype. She is currently training for … Read more
Shaggy sheep and family fun days are being used to help support children who are being vaccinated. A skate park has also been lined up by NHS England in an effort to get 12 to 15-year-olds jabbed during the half-term break. Shetland sheep – called Lashes, Cumin, Coriander, Clove and Cardamom – were at hand … Read more
The Government has set out its plans to reduce NHS waiting times in England, but how far are hospitals from targets? Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid announced the NHS Delivery Plan for tackling the Covid-19 backlog on Tuesday. There are plans for extra funding, buying new equipment, and expanding capacity for tests and … Read more
All remaining Covid-19 restrictions in England are set to be scrapped according to Boris Johnson, signaling a move to his ‘living with Covid plan’. On bringing forward his plans, the Prime Minister said it “shows that the hard work of the British people is paying off”. However, his plan has already received major push back … Read more
Nearly three in 10 pupils are anxious about their future when it comes to their online safety, a new report from Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi has found. In Mr Zahawi’s State of the Nation report, published on Tuesday and released to mark Children’s Mental Health Week, findings show that 29% of children and young people … Read more
Patients are expected to soon be able to use the NHS website ahead of planned operations to see waiting times information for their trust. Those due to have surgery will be able to access tailored information in a bid to have “increased transparency and information sharing”, the Department of Health (DH) said. The My Planned … Read more
A pub which claims to be the oldest in England is to close down because of financial pressure caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks in St Albans is closing its doors “with great sadness” after entering administration. The Hertfordshire venue was built in the 11th century, although the pub’s own history says … Read more
Bank of England (BoE) Governor Andrew Bailey has caused controversy by suggesting that workers shouldn’t ask for significant pay rises to help curb inflation. Millions of people across the country are facing a cost of living crisis, with energy bills rocketing and the rate of inflation expected to top 7% in the months ahead. The … Read more
Press play to listen to this article LONDON — Britain’s ultimate Westminster insider is actually its queen. As head of state, Queen Elizabeth II must rise above the political fray, playing a largely ceremonial role by formerly appointing ministers, despite having no say about who gets the jobs, and unquestioningly setting out her elected government’s … Read more
England fans will be delighted if there is a last-minute change of heart so they can have a pint as they support Gareth Southgate’s team. Bosses are discussing whether they could allow Bud Light to be sold Bosses are discussing whether they could allow Bud Light to be sold during matches ( Image: Getty Images) … Read more