Business Chief Demands Sick Note System Overhaul
Former John Lewis chairman Sir Charlie Mayfield calls for urgent reform of UK sick note culture, warning it's pushing people out of work and burdening the NHS.
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UK Sick Leave Crisis: 44% More Workers Off Ill
Britain faces a growing workplace health crisis as long-term sickness absence soars, with business leaders warning of economic consequences and calling for urgent government action.
Police Scrutinised Over Grooming Gang Failures
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
Australia launches public child sex offender registry
In a groundbreaking move for child safety, Australia announces a national public registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents with crucial information to protect their children.
Influencer slammed for hospital dance with sick dad
TikTok star Athena Paris faces furious backlash after posting inappropriate dance videos from her father's hospital room, sparking outrage across social media platforms.
Toddler found wandering London streets alone overnight
A three-year-old child was discovered wandering unsupervised in East London's Upton Park area during early morning hours, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Child found wandering alone in East London before dawn
A young child was discovered wandering alone near Upton Park station in East London before dawn, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
Teacher on sick leave investigated over TV cooking shows
A comprehensive investigation has been launched after a secondary school teacher, officially on long-term sick leave, was discovered appearing as a contestant on multiple television cooking programmes, raising serious questions about sick pay regulations
Vet's 5 Critical Signs Your Cat Needs Help
An experienced veterinarian shares the subtle warning signs that indicate your feline friend needs urgent medical attention. Learn to decode your cat's behaviour before it's too late.
Met Police officer suspended over sick leave revelry
A Metropolitan Police officer has been removed from duty after being filmed dancing on tables and downing shots while signed off sick, raising serious questions about conduct standards.
Council worker spied on sick colleague using doorbell camera
A Westminster City Council employee has been suspended after allegedly using a neighbour's Ring doorbell to monitor a colleague on sick leave, raising serious questions about workplace surveillance and privacy rights.
Sick Hedgehog Rescue: Your Essential Guide
Discover exactly what to do when you find an unwell hedgehog in your garden, including vital signs to look for and expert advice on providing emergency care.
Texas mother arrested for abandoning 6-year-old son
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.
Exercise With Flu? Doctors Reveal Surprising Truth
New medical research challenges conventional wisdom about exercising while ill. Discover when physical activity could help recovery and when it might be dangerous.
Expert Recovery Foods: Chefs & Doctors Reveal Secrets
Discover the surprising go-to remedies that culinary experts and medical professionals swear by for fighting illness and curing hangovers. From bone broth to fermented foods, learn the science-backed recovery secrets.
Teacher wins £140K in harassment case over sick leave
A dedicated teacher has won a substantial £140,000 settlement after facing workplace harassment from council officials who questioned her legitimate sick leave following major surgery.
Texas sisters charged with child abuse after disturbing discovery
Two Texas sisters have been charged with serious child abuse offences after police discovered three young children living in squalid conditions with injuries and signs of severe neglect.
Hangover Sickies Cost UK £4 Billion Annually
New research reveals how post-drinking sick days are costing the UK economy billions annually, with younger workers most affected by alcohol-related absenteeism.
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.
NSW Police: 19 arrested in child abuse network bust
A major police operation across New South Wales has resulted in 19 arrests for child abuse material offences, with victims including infants among the 14 children rescued from harm.
Mystery as 3-year-old boy found alone on Birmingham street
West Midlands Police appeal for information after toddler discovered alone on city street overnight, with authorities growing increasingly concerned for his welfare and searching for his guardians.
Stepmother jailed for stepson's captivity in house of horrors
A stepmother's reign of terror exposed as she's convicted for holding her stepson captive in squalid conditions while his father faces separate charges in a shocking case of child cruelty.
Two-Child Benefit Cap: What You Need to Know
The UK's two-child benefit limit explained: How this policy affects family finances and why campaigners demand its abolition as child poverty rises.
Grandmother Sues Social Workers Over Noah Cuatro's Death
The heartbroken grandmother of Noah Cuatro, the four-year-old boy tortured to death despite multiple warnings to authorities, is taking legal action against social workers she claims ignored clear signs of abuse in a case that has shocked America.
Youth anxiety claims undermine benefits crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how young people are increasingly using mental health conditions to avoid work despite government welfare reforms targeting the workshy.
Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Police officer accused of faking sickness to referee football
A West Midlands Police officer is under investigation for allegedly calling in sick to work while refereeing football matches, and then asking for records of the games to be deleted.
Doctor Explains 'Coming Down With Something' Feeling
An NHS doctor explains the mysterious 'almost-illness' feeling millions experience, detailing the three most common culprits and when it might signal something more serious.
Farage Calls for Radical Overhaul of UK Welfare System
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage calls for a complete overhaul of the UK's welfare system, claiming it discourages work and fosters dependency. He targets 'sick note culture' and pledges to make employment more attractive than benefits.
Six newborns discovered locked in storage unit in US neglect case
US parents charged with child abuse after six infants discovered in a padlocked storage unit. Police reveal horrifying details of the neglect case that has shocked the nation.
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