NHS critical incident after Bristol hospital IT failure
A major IT system collapse at University Hospitals Bristol has triggered a critical incident, causing significant delays and cancelled appointments across multiple NHS services.
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NHS Critical Incident: Major IT Failure Halts Hospital Services
A major NHS trust has declared a critical incident after a catastrophic IT system failure forced the cancellation of operations and appointments, with patients facing significant delays and chaos.
NHS Hackers Risk Patient Lives in Records Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how cyber criminals are targeting NHS patient records, with experts warning these attacks could directly lead to patient deaths as critical medical information becomes inaccessible.
EU Border Chaos: Brits Face 2-Hour Airport Queues
British holidaymakers are experiencing massive delays at European airports as the EU's new Entry/Exit System creates chaos at border controls, with waits exceeding two hours during peak times.
NHS corridor care crisis hits patients nationwide
Shocking NHS survey reveals corridor care has become standard practice in hospitals across Britain, with patients treated in cupboards and store rooms as emergency departments reach breaking point.
NHS patient reports go unpublished in transparency failure
Exclusive investigation reveals Healthwatch England has failed to publish dozens of patient experience reports, leaving NHS trusts without crucial feedback to improve services.
New EU Border Checks Threaten 14-Hour Delays for UK Travellers
British tourists face potential holiday chaos as new EU Entry/Exit System brings automated border checks and possible 14-hour delays at major ports from October 2024.
EU border chaos: 14-hour queues threaten summer holidays
British tourists face potential travel chaos as EU's Entry/Exit System implementation could create 14-hour queues at Dover and Eurotunnel terminals this summer.
7 years of agony: NHS patient's shocking surgery wait
A grandfather endured seven years of excruciating pain waiting for hip replacement surgery on the NHS, exposing the devastating reality of hospital waiting lists and cancelled operations.
Cancer patient's 8-month benefits wait forces food bank reliance
A breast cancer patient from Cheshire has been left in financial ruin after Department for Work and Pensions delays left her waiting eight months for Personal Independence Payment, forcing her to rely on food banks during treatment.
NHS crisis: Senior doctor warns of 'unacceptable' patient care
Exclusive: A top NHS consultant reveals how overwhelmed hospitals are failing patients and why government promises aren't matching reality on the ground.
Dover and Eurotunnel chaos as Easter travel begins
Severe delays plague Dover and Eurotunnel as technical issues and high passenger volumes create travel nightmare for Easter holidaymakers. Find out what's causing the chaos and when services might return to normal.
US shutdown sparks airport chaos and major travel delays
A partial US government shutdown triggers widespread airport delays as critical staff face furloughs, creating travel chaos and raising security concerns across American airports.
Woman watches father die after NHS heart surgery delays
A grieving daughter reveals how her father died following multiple postponed heart operations as NHS waiting lists reach record highs across Britain.
Obese patient dies during dental procedure in Ohio
A routine dental appointment in Ohio turned fatal when 22-year-old Mathew Miller suffered a medical emergency while under anaesthesia, raising serious questions about patient safety protocols.
Elderly patient dies after hospital assault in London
An 85-year-old man has tragically died following an alleged assault by another patient at a central London hospital, sparking a murder investigation and raising serious questions about patient safety in NHS facilities.
M25 chaos: Crash near Heathrow causes 10-mile queues
Severe disruption on Britain's busiest motorway after serious collision near Heathrow causes complete closure and massive traffic delays during morning rush hour.
Heathrow security warning: 30-min delay risk
A British traveller's shocking Heathrow security experience reveals why you need to arrive extra early for flights this summer. Discover the simple mistake that could see you missing your holiday.
NHS Hospital Uses Café as Overflow Ward Amid Crisis
Shocking investigation reveals a major NHS hospital is treating patients in a converted café due to severe bed shortages, raising serious patient safety concerns.
UK Airlines Face Worse Delays Than Pre-Pandemic Era
Exclusive investigation reveals UK's leading airlines are plagued by severe delays, with performance nosediving below pre-Covid levels. Discover which carriers are worst affected and the reasons behind the travel turmoil.
UK Train Chaos: Worst Delays Exposed in New Data
Exclusive data analysis uncovers the UK's worst train operators for delays, with some services arriving late nearly 50% of the time. Discover which routes are most affected and how it impacts commuters.
NHS Crisis: Patient's 15-Hour Ordeal with Shattered Leg
Exclusive report on a patient's 15-hour ordeal after a fall, exposing the human cost of ambulance delays and A&E pressures within the UK's National Health Service.
NHS Crisis: Patient's 13-Hour A&E Ordeal in Cartoon
A powerful cartoon by Madeline Horwarth vividly depicts the human cost of NHS waiting times, showing an elderly patient's marathon 13-hour wait in A&E. This poignant artwork has sparked urgent conversations about the state of emergency healthcare in Brita
Major Disruption Hits London's DLR & South Western Railway
Major travel disruption hit London commuters as a points failure crippled the Docklands Light Railway and a separate signal problem caused severe delays on South Western Railway services.
Manchester Airport Chaos: Britain's Worst Queues Exposed
Exclusive report reveals Manchester Airport is the UK's worst for endless queues and travel disruption. Furious passengers face hours-long delays, missed flights, and mounting frustration as the travel hub descends into chaos.
Martha's Rule: Thousands Call NHS Second Opinion Hotline
Exclusive: The groundbreaking NHS patient safety initiative, Martha's Rule, has been flooded with thousands of desperate calls to its 24/7 hotline, empowering families and saving lives by granting rapid second medical opinions.
Martha's Rule Now Active in Every English Hospital
In a major victory for patient safety, Martha's Rule is now fully operational across all acute NHS hospitals in England, giving families a direct lifeline to a rapid review if their concerns are not being heard.
EU Border Chaos: 14-Hour Queues Warning for Brits
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
M20 Chaos: Severe Delays After Multi-Vehicle Crash
Major disruption on the M20 in Kent following a serious collision. Live updates on long delays, lane closures, and heavy congestion affecting holiday and freight traffic.
Heatwave Havoc: UK Rail Network Buckles Under Staycation Surge
Britain's heatwave sparks a staycation stampede, overwhelming train services to coastal hotspots as record temperatures trigger major travel disruption across the network.
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