The Latest Breaking News from NHS

Most of England is now under amber heat health alerts – here’s what that means

Health alerts have been issued across much of England from Tuesday until Friday

The Independent UK · May 22

NHS shakeup: if it sounds like we’ve been here before, it’s because we have

Amid political upheaval and the subsequent resignation of the health secretary, the king’s speech unveiled the NHS modernisation bill – the most significant overhaul of the health service in more than a decade.

The Conversation · May 22

Heat health alert: What does it mean and how can vulnerable people stay cool?

The alert system aims to give an early warning to healthcare providers and others that temperatures are likely to impact the health of the population.

Evening Standard · May 22

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 · May 22

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 · May 22

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 · May 22

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 · May 21

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.

Evening Standard · May 21

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 · May 21

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 · May 21