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Woman, 61, found dead in west London woods

The woman’s car was found parked just minutes from the wood

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Met officer who visited sex worker during Covid lockdown banned from policing

Hassan Mahmood visited a woman’s home in south London in January 2021 and paid her for sex

Evening Standard · Dec 21, 2022

Thousands of UK ambulance staff strike as public urged to avoid risks

Thousands of ambulance workers in England and Wales walked out over pay on Wednesday, increasing the strain on a state-funded health service a day after nurses went on strike, as government ministers advised the public to avoid taking risks.

Reuters · Dec 21, 2022

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Glasgow schoolgirl applies for job in local shop with adorable handwritten letter

Sophie Wilson, eight, penned a handwritten CV to work at the Londis store near her home in Parkhouse after she spotted a sign for help in the window.

Glasgow Live · Dec 21, 2022

‘It’s meaningful work’: The doctor who performs euthanasia in Canada — and the doctor who refuses

In Canada, euthanasia is known as medical assistance in dying — or MAID — and in 2023 it will become accessible for people who solely have a mental health condition. Holly Baxter speaks to two physicians on opposite ends of the spectrum: a MAID assessor and a conscientious objector

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Don't get drunk: UK govt urges caution amid ambulance strike

Thousands of ambulance workers in Britain are staging a one-day strike, with unions and the government swapping accusations of blame for putting lives at risk

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Resident at Dumbarton's Castle View care home left in "heartbreaking" situation

Sharon Calderwood contacted the Lennox after being appalled to find her beloved mum, Agnes McKenzie Ross, who has advanced dementia, left wearing soiled clothes, in pain and with little support or stimulation.

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

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Selfless Ayrshire volunteers brave the cold to warm the hearts of elderly residents

A caring community group in Prestwick took in donations for local sheltered housing complexes.

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

Disabled woman left raging after bus company slap ban on mobility scooter

Lynne Reid claims McGill's Buses won't allow her on board with her mobility scooter

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

Lanarkshire nurses and midwives set to strike after unions reject latest pay offer

Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Scotland and the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) members have rejected the Scottish Government's 7.5 per cent offer.

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

MSPs resume consideration of amendments to gender reform legislation

The Scottish Parliament sat until 12.15am on Wednesday on the first day of debate.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal calls emergency meeting to review preparations over Covid-19 situation

NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has called an emergency meeting on Thursday to review the preparations in view of the Covid-19 situation.

The Times of India · Dec 21, 2022

Ambulance drivers on why they are striking

'I am striking to try and sort the NHS out'

Wales Online · Dec 21, 2022

Paramedic strikes: Why ambulance workers are staging walkout

As well as going on strike today, ambulance service staff will also be taking industrial action on Wednesday, December 28

Bristol Post · Dec 21, 2022

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Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022

Ayrshire care home set to welcome new cinema room for residents

The changes were noted by the Care Inspectorate during an unannounced visit to the Maidens-based care home earlier this month.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Hundreds of rough sleepers to spend Christmas in hotels across London

The charity Crisis has opened its Christmas services, with at least 450 rough sleepers given beds in three hotels across London for over two weeks.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022

Ex-Marine among striking ambulance workers demands something must change

Harry Maskers said ‘the kicker’ for him deciding to walk out was the Government’s refusal to discuss the issue of pay.

Chronicle Live · Dec 21, 2022

Paramedics salaries as NHS ambulance workers go on strike over pay in the North East

NHS salary bands for paramedics, emergency medical technicians, emergency care assistants and ambulance drivers and dispatchers in England.

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Manchester Evening News · Dec 21, 2022

Man found dead after emergency services respond to 'concern for welfare' in city centre

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the man was pronounced dead at the scene

Daily Mirror · Dec 21, 2022

Mum who makes lifelike dolls to help women cope after miscarriages asks people not to judge

Karen Elliott says her 'reborn' baby dolls provide comfort to women who have lost babies and elderly dementia patients

Glasgow Live · Dec 21, 2022

Scottish nurses vote 'overwhelmingly' to reject pay offer with strike action looming

Nurses in Scotland could be set to go on strike for the first time ever after voting overwhelmingly to reject a "best and final" pay offer from the Scottish Government.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 21, 2022

Edinburgh families may be asked to collect loved ones from hospital to free up beds

Issuing an urgent update on Wednesday, NHS Lothian stated that the health board is dealing with "unprecedented challenges" and urged the community to try and help with the burden.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 21, 2022

Nurses in Scotland set to take strike action after union rejects latest pay offer

After 82 per cent of those who took part in the ballot rejected that offer, the RCN said it would announce dates for strike action in Scotland early in the new year

Evening Standard · Dec 21, 2022

On The Breadline: Rare moments of comfort ‘offer prospect of hope’ as rising costs hit families

Therapy 4 Healing provides wellbeing treatments such as massages and reflexology at pop-up clinics in south London

Evening Standard · Dec 21, 2022

When are the ambulance strikes 2023? Dates and areas of industrial action

Industrial action is planned for January, February and March. Here’s what you can expect if you need to call 999.

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