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Government cuts ties with Drinkaware charity

Exclusive: Ministers sever all official connections with alcohol industry-funded charity Drinkaware following mounting pressure from health experts and campaigners.

Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK

Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.

Kate Middleton's breast cancer awareness fashion sparks demand

The Princess of Wales makes a powerful fashion statement during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with major retailers seeing unprecedented demand for her elegant blue Reiss dress and supporting cancer charities through special collections.

Job Coaches in GP Surgeries Amid Sick Leave Crisis

Controversial new government initiative places employment advisors in doctor's surgeries to help long-term sick patients return to work, sparking backlash from health charities warning about risks to vulnerable individuals.

Cost of Living Crisis Drives Surge in Dog Euthanasia

Animal charities report a heartbreaking 50% rise in larger dogs being put down, as owners struggle with soaring vet bills, insurance costs, and food prices amidst the UK's cost of living crisis.

Charities: Scrap 28-Day Refugee Eviction Policy

A coalition of over 150 UK organisations is urging the government to scrap the policy that gives refugees just 28 days to find housing after gaining status, calling it a 'recipe for homelessness'.

MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission

A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.

Charities warn Streeting of 'devastating' osteoporosis crisis

Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a mounting crisis as leading health charities sound the alarm over a 'devastating' surge in osteoporosis-related deaths and debilitating fractures, urging immediate government intervention.

Charities condemn linking asylum seekers to sexual abuse

Leading women's and refugee charities issue a joint statement warning against conflating immigration with violence against women, calling for evidence-based policy and an end to inflammatory language that puts vulnerable groups at risk.

70 UK Charities Probed Over Israel-Palestine Terror Links

A major investigation is underway into 70 UK charities suspected of offences linked to the Israel-Palestine conflict, including fraud, theft, inciting religious hatred, and supporting terrorism. Detectives are examining millions in funds.

Refugee Rough Sleeping Surges 42% Ahead of UK Winter

Leading UK charities warn of a dramatic surge in refugees forced to sleep rough this winter. New data reveals a 42% increase in homelessness among asylum seekers, with urgent calls for government action to prevent a humanitarian crisis.

BBC loses libel case against doctor in Noel Clarke scandal

In a major legal ruling, the BBC has lost its libel case against a doctor who provided evidence against actor Noel Clarke. Charities welcome the decision as a crucial victory for freedom of speech and protecting whistleblowers in sexual misconduct cases.

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