Use NHS 111, Not A&E, for Urgent Dental Problems
Health leaders in mid and south Essex advise calling NHS 111 for urgent dental issues like severe toothache. New direct booking system provides faster access to 700,000 extra appointments nationwide.
Health leaders in mid and south Essex advise calling NHS 111 for urgent dental issues like severe toothache. New direct booking system provides faster access to 700,000 extra appointments nationwide.
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Hospital staff working on Christmas Day across Mid and South Essex receive hampers as a thank you. The festive treats recognise their dedication and sacrifice.
SSAFA volunteers have delivered 40 Christmas hampers to veterans in South East Wales, a scheme now in its third year. The initiative provides vital festive support to the Armed Forces community.
The Junior Tour of Wales is rebranded as The John Richards Junior Tour for 2026. The three-day cycling event will feature new stages in Mid Wales, acting as a key launchpad for future stars.
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
Paralysed adventurer Darren Edwards attempts a 222km South Pole sit-ski world record in -30°C, raising £100k for spinal injury charity Wings for Life. Read his inspiring story.
A 75-year-old man feared for his life after a cow attack left him with a severed artery. The farmer has been fined over £12,000 for health and safety breaches. Read the full story.
A Gloucestershire family's dazzling Christmas light display, in memory of Sandra Wearing, has raised over £8,350 for Sue Ryder's Leckhampton Court Hospice. Open nightly until New Year's Day.
A major £119m deal will fund over 1,500 new student beds at Bristol's Brabazon new town by 2027, addressing housing demand. Read the full details on this key development.
Cornish Metals has floated on London's AIM market after re-domiciling to the UK, marking a key step in its plan to restart tin production at the historic South Crofty mine by 2028.
An 86-year-old man is in custody after a forensic review into the 1993 shooting deaths of pensioners Harry and Megan Tooze at their Welsh farm. Police appeal for new information.
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.
The Eating Inn Steakhouse in Blackpool has had its latest planning application refused. The council says the extension harms the Promenade's character. Read the full story.
A two-year-old boy was rushed to hospital after a serious dog attack in Cradley. The animal has been humanely destroyed. Police are investigating.
A two-year-old boy was taken to hospital with facial injuries after being bitten by a dog at a property in Drews Holloway South, Cradley. The dog has been destroyed. Read the latest.
The Met Office warns of 60-80mm of rain hitting parts of south-west England and Wales, causing potential travel disruption and flooding. Stay updated with the latest forecast.
A UK couple's journey to renew vows at Nova Maldives reveals if the long-haul trip is justified. Discover the overwater villas, culinary delights, and unique soul of Vakarufalhi island.
UK house prices saw zero growth in November, with annual growth slowing to 0.7%. The average property now costs £299,892. Experts see a window for first-time buyers.
Great Western Railway is trialling McLaren F1 technology to capture 5G and satellite signals, aiming to end patchy onboard internet. The £300k trial runs until January.
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.
A coroner hears PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, is believed to have drowned after a night out in Bristol. The 'greatly respected' South Wales Police officer's body was recovered from the harbour.
A family-run Christmas grotto in Cwmbran is back, aiming to beat last year's £1,400 fundraising total. This year's proceeds support the Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. Book now via their Facebook page.
A major new police watchdog report heavily criticises West Midlands Police's Hillsborough disaster probe as 'inexplicably narrow'. Read the damning findings.
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Andrea Bishop takes the helm at BDO's Thames Valley and South West region, overseeing 500 staff and 43 partners. Discover her plans for growth in audit, tax, and consulting.
Cornish Metals reports major advances in reviving the historic South Crofty tin mine, with key infrastructure work on track. Production is targeted for 2028, promising a £70m annual boost.
Discover how one journalist experienced five-star luxury at the Celtic Manor Resort for just £90, including a surprise dinner discount and festive grandeur. A must-read for UK travel deals.
Walsall Council approves a four-year extension for the Highfields landfill site, promising long-term community benefits despite ongoing resident complaints about stench and noise.