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    The Surge in Alcohol Related Domestic Violence at Christmas

    As the world observes the 16 Days of Action Against Domestic Violence (November 25th – December 10th), it’s crucial to address this hidden crisis and devastating link between alcohol consumption and physical abuse leading up to and during Christmas.   The holiday season, with its promise of festive cheer and celebration, tragically marks a peak…

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    Guest article – Planning your funeral wishes is powerful and meaningful

    Sarah Jones from Full Circle Funerals discusses the importance of having a funeral plain in place, in order to best understand a loved one’s wishes for their final journey.   It is often said that talking about death isn’t easy. Yet, for many people, setting out their funeral wishes or creating a clear plan can…

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    Know your Rights: Sexual Abuse in Army Recruitment Medicals

    Ministry of Defence supports inquiry into Sexual Abuse allegations – Compensation and claims advice   What is the issue with the MoD and historical medical examinations? Hundreds of women who gave their service in the British Army have stepped forwards with allegations of sexual abuse during medical examinations, which were a required part of the…

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    Author of ‘The Penguin Lessons’ faces Abuse Allegations

    Author Mike Thompson, one of the best-selling authors of The Penguin Lessons, is being investigated by Dorset Police for alleged historical sexual assault.     Police Investigate Author Mike Thompson With increased public awareness and stricter safeguarding measures, abuse in schools remains a serious concern, and individuals who suffered historic abuse have not yet reported…

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    Abuse by Ex Ysgol Friars Head Teacher Sparks Child Practice Review

    Long list of safeguarding failures regarding ex-school headteacher Neil Foden results in abuse of four girls   Who is Neil Foden and what did he do? Neil Foden of Gwynant, Old Colwyn, Wales, is a former headteacher of Ysgol Friars. Foden, 66 at the time of conviction, received a 17 year prison sentence in 2024.…

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    World Pancreatic Cancer Day: Lighting Up for Awareness

    World Pancreatic Cancer Day (WPCD) is held annually on Thursday 20th of November, a crucial global initiative dedicated to increasing the visibility of one of the deadliest cancers.     A Unified Global Effort: The Power of Purple Lights Pancreatic Cancer UK joins a vast network comprising over 100 organisations across 39 countries and actively…

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    Your Guide to Starting a CFD Trading Compensation Claim

    Think you have grounds for a CFD Trading claim? Review the essential steps and contact us for a free initial consultation to find out your options.     What a CFDs? CFD trading is typically a short-term agreement where you invest in the value of a particular asset. Typically, people invest in an asset by…

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    HSE Launches Consultation on Asbestos Safety Regulations

    The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) initiated a public consultation to enhance the Control of Asbestos Regulations and improve asbestos management guidance, aiming to better protect workers from health risks associated with residual asbestos.     Despite Great Britain already having one of the best workplace health and safety records globally, the HSE is seeking…

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    Medomsley Detention Centre claims now being accepted

    Government issues official apology regarding historic abuse at Medomsley Detention Centre. Compensation scheme is still open.   In the wake of the publication of the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) report, published on the 12th of November 2025, we are now accepting enquiries relating to abuse at the infamous Medomsley Detention Centre.     Official…

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