Dad died after 34-hour wait for antibiotics
A disabled father died of sepsis after waiting 34 hours for IV antibiotics at Bassetlaw Hospital. An ombudsman ruled his death was preventable. Read the full investigation.
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Marathon runner's fatal heart attack misdiagnosed as indigestion
Family of Kristian Hudson, 42, demand accountability after NHS staff dismissed his chest pain. Coroner says following guidance could have saved his life. Read the full investigation.
Man killed wife in psychosis after NHS discharge, inquest hears
A coroner found failings in a man's mental health care before he killed his wife with a hammer and took his own life. The couple's children criticise NHS services.
Hospital failed to tell father he was terminally ill
A hospital failed to inform a dying father-of-seven about his terminal prognosis, falsely reassuring him he would recover. The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
Phillips: Police sex crime failures are 'inexcusable'
Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips says a damning inquiry reveals critical police failings on violence against women. She demands urgent action to protect women and girls.
Inquiry exposes police failings after Sarah Everard murder
A damning report finds an 'unacceptable level of inconsistency' in how police tackle violence against women. Lady Elish Angiolini warns perpetrators are slipping through cracks. Read the full findings.
Sarah Everard's mother speaks out as report slams police failings
Four years after Sarah Everard's murder, an inquiry reveals predators still evade justice due to police inaction. Her mother describes enduring grief and rage.
BBC Boss Had 'Blind Spot' on Editorial Failings
Michael Prescott claims ex-BBC chief Tim Davie had a 'blind spot' on editorial issues but insists the broadcaster is not institutionally biased. Read the full story.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
British survivors detail Chile park disaster failings
Exclusive accounts from British survivors of the Patagonia blizzard that killed five tourists reveal alleged systemic failings by park authorities and inadequate emergency response.
Johnson Faces Legal Action Over Covid Inquiry Findings
Damning Covid inquiry report blames Boris Johnson's government for 23,000 excess deaths. Bereaved families demand accountability and legal action. Read the full story.
Johnson faces legal action over Covid failings
Readers react as Boris Johnson faces legal action over the UK's delayed pandemic response. Many cite chaotic leadership, mixed messaging, and rule-breaking in Downing Street.
Covid Inquiry Slams 'Inexcusable' Government Failings
The official Covid Inquiry delivers a damning verdict on Boris Johnson's 'toxic' government, condemning delayed lockdowns that cost thousands of lives. Read the full report.
20lb bowel obstruction death in group home lawsuit
James Stewart, 41, died from a 20-pound bowel obstruction after staff at an Ohio group home allegedly ignored his worsening condition for weeks. His family calls the death 'entirely avoidable'.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Police Failures in Hannah Clarke Case Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland police questioned domestic violence victim's credibility even after her murder. Read the shocking new evidence.
PSNI Engages With Presbyterian Church Over Safeguarding
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland admits serious safeguarding failings from 2009-2022 after a child sex offence conviction. PSNI confirms engagement as church leadership steps down.
MPs Demand Inquiry Over Sara Sharif Failings
MPs call for a full parliamentary investigation after a damning review reveals systemic failures in child services that led to the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif. Read the full report.
Sara Sharif: Council failings revealed in tragic death
A damning report exposes how authorities were 'groomed and manipulated', missing 15 chances to save 10-year-old Sara Sharif from horrific abuse. Read the full investigation.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Home Birth Deaths: Coroner Finds 'Gross Failure'
A coroner's report reveals systemic failures led to the deaths of a mother and baby during a home birth, prompting urgent calls for improved NHS maternity protocols and midwife training.
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