Hospice funding crisis leaves 380 beds empty
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
DWP minister Stephen Timms has ruled out a state pension-level income for terminally ill people under 66, but outlined existing fast-track benefit support. Learn about the Special Rules for End of Life.
Heart Musicals is counting down the Top 100 greatest showstoppers of all time in December. Cast your vote now for your favourite songs from shows like Wicked and Les Misérables. Voting closes 14th December.
Grab a magical Wicked theatre break in London from just £99 per person. Includes stylish hotel stay and tickets to the Apollo Victoria Theatre. Book now!
Former steelworker Joe Xerri shares how Marie Curie supported him through bereavement while volunteering. He urges more men to join the UK's leading end-of-life charity. Discover volunteering opportunities.
Geminick Siriban, a nurse at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, receives the Outstanding Achievement Award for his compassionate end-of-life care, as nominated by a patient's grateful family.
Get your tickets now for Crufts 2026 at Birmingham NEC from March 5-8. Discover new breeds, watch world-class competitions and celebrate all things canine.
Stagecoach Stourbridge students aged 11-16 wowed a packed Shaftesbury Theatre with a Madness medley after just eight rehearsals. Discover their journey and book a trial.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for Sara, 14, missing from Shard End. She was last seen in black pyjamas and a brown coat. Call 999 with info.
A 14-strong team completed a gruelling 100km Sahara Desert trek, raising over £43,000 for St David's Hospice. Discover their incredible journey and support vital end-of-life care.
St Giles Hospice launches its annual Christmas Appeal, needing £416,000 to provide 24-hour nursing care and support for patients facing their last festive season. Your donation can make a difference.
Discover whether Wicked: For Good features an end credits scene and learn about potential deleted scenes and future franchise plans. Find out what happens after the credits roll.
Pulp, Mac DeMarco and CMAT are the first headliners announced for End Of The Road 2026. Get tickets now for the festival's 20th anniversary in Dorset/Wiltshire.
Dame Esther Rantzen, terminally ill with cancer, urges House of Lords not to sabotage assisted dying legislation with 1000+ amendments. Learn about the debate shaping end-of-life choices.
Millions of O2 customers must act before Saturday to avoid £30 annual bill hike. Learn how to cancel penalty-free and save money on your mobile contract.
Finley Goodhew, 27, completed a 3-month walk from John O'Groats to Land's End with his dog Reggie, raising £3,645 for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice in memory of Elliot Roseblade.
Lily Allen announces a second Birmingham arena show for her 'West End Girl' tour after high demand. Tickets go on sale November 27. Discover the dates and the buzz around her new album.
A new £2.5m equity scheme is set to transform film and high-end TV production in Cornwall, creating jobs and showcasing the region's unique identity. Discover the impact.
A period property in Reading, left barely standing after fire and storm damage, has sold for an eye-watering £600,000. Discover the potential of this prime plot.
The Jewellery Quarter's Christmas Light Switch On event is cancelled due to Storm Claudia's amber weather warning. Discover the reasons and what's next for festive plans.
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
The DVSA warns learner drivers their theory test will be cancelled without a valid provisional licence. New data reveals a surge in automatic tests as the 2030 EV deadline nears.
Discover the five legendary Birmingham pubs named among the UK's roughest in a viral X thread. These closed boozers, from the West End Bar to the Monkey House, have stories to tell.
Jack Osbourne reveals his family's support as he joins I'm A Celebrity, months after the death of his legendary father, Ozzy Osbourne. Discover his emotional journey.
Get ready for another unforgettable episode of The Graham Norton Show featuring Oscar winner Emma Stone, Hollywood heartthrob Andrew Garfield, and chart-topping sensation Sam Fender. Discover what's in store for this week's must-watch television event.
BBC officially greenlights The Traitors for a fourth season following massive success. Get the latest on release date predictions, casting news, and what dramatic changes await in the ultimate game of deception.
The star-studded Celebrity Traitors final delivered breathtaking betrayals and emotional reveals as the ultimate Faithful claimed victory in the BBC's hit reality show.
Academy Award nominee Pauline Collins makes triumphant stage comeback in Birmingham production, marking her first theatrical role in over ten years since battling health issues.
In an unprecedented move, the celebrity contestants of BBC's The Traitors decided to donate their entire £95,150 prize fund to charity, creating television history.
TV favourite Cat Deeley unveils her stylish new collection for Marks & Spencer, bringing morning show glamour to the high street with affordable, sophisticated pieces for the modern woman.