DWP to ban hospital order criminals from benefits
The DWP is set to ban criminals on hospital orders from claiming Universal Credit, a move welcomed by victims' families. Read the full story on this major policy change.
The DWP is set to ban criminals on hospital orders from claiming Universal Credit, a move welcomed by victims' families. Read the full story on this major policy change.
A mental health nurse was stabbed in the face with a pen by a patient at a Bridgend hospital. The attacker, who has schizophrenia, has been given a hospital order. Read the full court report.
Essex is set to open two new Mental Health Urgent Care Units in Harlow and Colchester by summer 2026, providing rapid, therapeutic support in crisis and easing pressure on A&E.
A property in Malvern has been shut down for three months following years of anti-social behaviour and suspected drug dealing, granting respite to intimidated residents. Read the full story.
A Dublin takeaway, Quack N Wok, was ordered to close after health inspectors found a faulty drainage system risked contaminating food with pathogenic bacteria and faecal matter. Read the full report.
Tandridge Council considers a Public Spaces Protection Order to tackle anti-social driving in Caterham, including pavement parking and unnecessary horn use. Have your say.
A Staffordshire baby, Isla-Rae Burton, needs major surgery after doctors dismissed her symptoms 15 times. Her parents are now providing round-the-clock care. Read the full story.
Plymouth City Council issues an 18-month traffic order suspending parking on Emma Place Ope from February 2026 for remedial works. Check details and contact info.
A baby girl with a rare lung condition was sent home eight times before being put on life support. Her parents are now fundraising for surgery in Birmingham.
An elderly woman died alone on a trolley in a packed A&E corridor at Arrowe Park Hospital as staff describe being 'overwhelmed' and at 'breaking point'. Read the full investigation.
A Longton woman who tried to flee to Tunisia in breach of a court order was intercepted on the M25. Maria Shaw, 46, was given a suspended sentence for perverting justice and forgery. Read the full story.
Sayed Hersi remains on the run after six years on West Midlands Police's most wanted list. Public appeals have failed. Call 101 with information.
Adam McLaughlan, 34, has been sentenced to six years for 14 counts of child sexual assault in Staffordshire. Police praise the bravery of survivors who came forward.
Plymouth City Council issues 18-month traffic order for Normandy Hill closure to facilitate National Grid connection works from January 2026. Plan your journey.
West Midlands Police deploy extra officers and a Section 35 dispersal order after gangs of youths set fires and cause trouble in Bentley. Find out what it means for residents.
West Midlands Police have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order in Bentley after youths set wheelie bins on fire, causing chaos. Extra officers are on patrol. Report incidents to 101.
A grandfather from Leek has been sentenced after a violent altercation over a cigarette led to assaults on two women and a police officer. Read the full court details.
Plymouth City Council issues a traffic order for gas mains works in Ford & Keyham. Major road closures and parking bans will be in force from 5 Jan 2026. Plan your journeys.
Shaun Skyvington, 58, convicted of harassment and assault. He brandished a 'ball in sock' in Wetherspoons and threatened with a screwdriver. Read the full court outcome.
Joseph Johnson, a former soldier, has been ordered to repay just £1 despite benefiting by nearly £5 million from dealing cocaine. Discover the full story of the Proceeds of Crime hearing.
Plymouth City Council issues a temporary traffic order for Normandy Hill closure from Jan 13-20, 2026, for National Grid utility works. Drivers urged to plan ahead.
Dorothy Rogers has dedicated 50 years to the NHS at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals. Discover her incredible journey and how she's seen pharmacy evolve.
A criminal gang behind Britain's largest benefit fraud, stealing £54m, has been ordered to repay just £2m. Read the shocking details of their lavish spending and the ongoing recovery efforts.
William Doyle, 51, attacked his sister after she forgot his birthday present. He avoided jail but received a suspended sentence and a five-year restraining order.
Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport partners with local organisations to provide essential support and supplies for homeless patients this winter, tackling the critical link between health and housing.
A district nurse was brutally attacked with a metal bar at Newton Community Hospital. Six NHS staff were injured. The 20-year-old suspect is detained under the Mental Health Act. Read the full story.
A district nurse describes being 'lucky to be alive' after a violent assault at Newton Community Hospital. Six people were injured in the incident. Read her story.
A man in his 20s has been arrested after attacking staff and patients with a crowbar at Newton Community Hospital. Five people were injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after five people were assaulted at Newton Community Hospital in Merseyside. Police are investigating the incident.
Former England and West Brom striker Andy Carroll, 36, is due in court accused of breaching a non-molestation order. Get the latest details on the case.