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Wales first in UK to implement licensing for special procedures like tattoos

In a UK-first, Wales now has mandatory licensing rules in place to help protect the public's health when getting acupuncture, body piercings, electrolysis, or tattoos including semi-permanent make up...

Friday, 29 November 2024 00:01

BRC: Hopes pinned on the festive period as footfall tumbles in November

The later timing of Black Friday in 2024 meant that it does not fall into this month’s figures, but is included in last year’s comparable, exacerbating the year-on-year decline...

Friday, 29 November 2024 00:01

Kerbside charging costs rise, but hike not as steep as 2023 – AA EV Recharge Report

Charging at peak times on slow chargers, typically lampposts within residential areas, have risen by 11p/kWh, according to The AA’s EV Recharge Report for October...

Friday, 29 November 2024 00:01

IFS response: Local Government Finance Policy StatementFor immediate release

The government has today published a policy statement outlining its plans for local government funding in England next year, and providing further details on longer-term reform plans.

Thursday, 28 November 2024 18:38

The government's vision for adult social care - Minister's speech

Stephen Kinnock MP, the Minister of State for Care delivered a keynote speech at the National Children and Adult Services Conference in Liverpool.

Thursday, 28 November 2024 17:01

Martyn Oliver's speech at the 2024 National Children and Adult Services Conference

Sir Martyn Oliver, Ofsted's Chief Inspector, spoke at the annual National Children and Adult Services Conference (NCASC) in Liverpool....

Thursday, 28 November 2024 16:41

Prime Minister's remarks - Immigration - Thursday 28 November

Please see below checked against delivery version of the Prime Minister’s press conference on immigration today....

Thursday, 28 November 2024 16:19

UKHSA urges more people to protect themselves against flu

By the end of October 2024, almost 2 million school children had a nasal spray vaccine. November has seen further vaccinations. But many are still missing out

Thursday, 28 November 2024 15:58

NECA: £1m Mayor’s Opportunity Fund to help North East grassroots community projects open for applications

Mayor Kim McGuinness launches the first round of the new Mayor’s Opportunity Fund at VONNE annual conference...

Thursday, 28 November 2024 15:48

Government restoring order to “broken” immigration system

Net migration is 4 times higher than it was 5 years ago, driven by record levels of overseas recruitment as the government acts to bring numbers down...

Thursday, 28 November 2024 15:46