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Sewage in our Rivers

The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.

14 Sep 2022
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Carers warned over 'hiding' drugs

Care homes are being warned that they may be breaking the law and putting patients' lives at risk by hiding drugs in food or drink, the BBC has learned. The Mental Welfare Commission is concerned that the practice of giving medicine secretly is being over-used. Under Scots law, medical staff can intervene in a patient's treatment if the person is incapable of acting in his or her own best interests.

22 Dec 2006
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Hopes for Alzheimer's treatment

Scientists at Cardiff University have developed a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease. Researchers say they have created an antibody which could block the production of brain chemicals linked to the debilitating disease.

22 Dec 2006
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DfES Drops History Month

The Lib Dem spokesperson on LGBT equality has condemned for scrapping tens of thousands of pounds in funding for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month. Liberal Democrat Women and Equality Spokesperson Lorely Burt MP has joined the event's organisers in criticising the decision by the Department for Education and Skills.

21 Dec 2006
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