Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says
The amount of wasted medicines thrown away in England in one year could fill 75 swimming pools, according to a pharmacy group. The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimated that 3,400…
Police officers investigated over handling of sex offender who murdered two women
Two Metropolitan Police officers are being investigated by a watchdog over alleged failures in their handling of a serial sex offender who murdered two women. Simon Levy, 40, was on…
More than 150 deaths reported after weight loss drug use
Most complaints about GLP-1 drugs made through the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme were concerning gastrointestinal reactions More than 150 deaths have been linked to weight loss jabs, according to figures…
‘Heatwaves have opened up cracks in my £500k dream home — now it’s worthless’
As England and Wales saw the hottest spring on record, many homeowners are suddenly finding their homes vulnerable to subsidence – with a soaring number set to be hit “I…
Man accused of killing Scottish aid worker in Athens charged with homicide
A man accused of killing a Scottish aid worker in Athens and disposing of her body has appeared in court charged with homicide with intent. This is a breaking news…
Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: What is acceptable to wear to work?
Yet another summer heatwave could be on the way to make your commute sweaty and your workplace stuffy. What to wear to work in the summer can be a surprisingly…
Woman, 47, charged after four men stabbed in Covent Garden
A 47-year-old woman has been charged after four men were stabbed in central London. Stella Gollovena, of no fixed address, was charged with four counts of wounding with intent to…
Raleigh bike brand faces chop after owner begins insolvency proceedings
The bicycle company that owns the historic Raleigh brand has started insolvency proceedings after failing to find a buyer. The Netherlands-based Accell Group said on Wednesday it had called in…
Every body of water in England polluted with toxic chemicals, report shows
Just 14 per cent of England’s rivers, lakes, and coastal waters are in good ecological health A stark new assessment has revealed that a mere 14 per cent of England’s…
Owner of bike maker Raleigh files for insolvency
The company that owns iconic Nottingham bike manufacturer Raleigh has begun insolvency proceedings. Accell, based in the Netherlands, bought Raleigh for $100m in 2012 but said on Wednesday it had…