The Easter getaway is in full swing, with an estimated 2.6 million car journeys predicted to take place on the nation’s roads today. Good Friday is anticipated to be the busiest day for travel during the Easter break, surpassing the expected two million car journeys on Easter Monday and the projected 2.3 million for Saturday
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Thames Water, a company serving a significant portion of the UK’s population, is currently facing a massive debt of over £15bn. This debt, along with the substantial interest payments required to service it, is putting the company in a precarious position. This financial burden has led to discussions about potential bill increases for customers. The
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has faced a significant decline in public satisfaction levels, reaching the lowest point on record in 2023. According to a British Social Attitudes poll, only 24% of respondents expressed satisfaction with the health service. This decrease in satisfaction can be attributed to issues such as poor access
Amidst his ongoing battle with cancer, the King is set to attend the Easter Mattins Service at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on Easter Sunday. Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the Queen and other members of the Royal Family will also be in attendance. This public appearance will mark the King’s most significant royal
The Duchess of York has expressed her admiration for the Princess of Wales after the latter announced her cancer diagnosis. The Duchess emphasized the importance of giving the Princess the time, space, and privacy needed to heal. Having faced her own battles with cancer, the Duchess of York understands the impact of speaking publicly about
Women in the UK are currently experiencing extensive waiting times for a diagnosis of endometriosis. Research conducted by Endometriosis UK has revealed that the average waiting time for formal identification of the condition has reached almost nine years. The waiting times have worsened significantly during the pandemic, with an increase of 10 months compared to
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the public in response to the news of Kate’s cancer diagnosis. In a statement released by Kensington Palace, it was mentioned that the future king and queen are “enormously touched” by the kindness and warm messages received from people all
The world was shocked to hear the news that Princess Kate, 42, has been diagnosed with cancer. It was revealed that what was initially thought to be a non-cancerous condition turned out to be cancer after tests following a successful abdominal surgery in January. This news came as a huge shock not only to the
A recent report by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) shed light on the impact of retirement age increases on women born in the 1950s. The investigation revealed that thousands of women may have suffered due to the government’s failure to adequately inform them of the changes. The PHSO recommended that these women are
The recent report by the New Bletchley Network, spearheaded by a group of former defence and security chiefs, has set off alarm bells regarding the state of the British army. The urgent call to “prepare genuinely for war” in order to credibly deter threats is a stark reminder of the pressing need for action. The