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    Eastwood Park Compensation Deadline is Almost Here

    The deadline for compensation claims regarding abuse at Eastwood Park Detention Centre is fast approaching on January 14, 2026. Claim before it’s too late.     Successful claimants are eligible for a minimum settlement of £3000.   This is Your Final Chance After this date, there will be no other chance to get compensation for…

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    Families Secure Independent Inquiry into Leeds Maternity Failures

    An independent investigation into “repeated failures” at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s (LTHT) maternity units has been announced by Health Secretary Wes Streeting.     The inquiry into Leeds maternity units was launched following appalling disclosures of systemic failures and years of relentless campaigning by grieving families who suffered potentially preventable harm to mothers and…

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    The importance of International Stress Awareness Week 2025

    International Stress Awareness Week (ISAW) from November 1st-7th, 2025, is dedicated to shining a spotlight on stress, its far-reaching effects on mental and physical health, and the crucial importance of proactive stress management.   This week-long campaign aims to educate, provide resources, and foster open conversations to tackle stress-related issues and reduce the stigma surrounding…

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    The Growing Cost of a Lasting Power of Attorney

    The Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a crucial legal document that ensures trust in managing finances, property, and health decisions. However, the government is raising the registration fee for an LPA by 12%, from £82 to £92, starting 17 November.     What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? A Lasting Power of Attorney…

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    It’s Okay to Talk: Focusing on Mental Health During November

    November is here, and with it is Men’s Health Awareness Month. A critical time to shine a spotlight on an issue too often kept in the dark: men’s mental health.     Men’s Mental Health Mental health challenges affect people of all genders, but outcomes for those who identify as men are often shaped by…

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    Your Step-by-Step Breakdown to a CICA Claim

    The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) operates a scheme designed to compensate blameless victims of violent crimes, including physical and sexual assaults.     What is CICA? Since 1964, the CICA and its predecessor have paid over £3 billion in compensation. A statutory scheme was introduced under the provisions of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act…

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    Faulty Products: Your Rights Under Product Liability Law

    When you purchase a product, you expect it to be safe, reliable, and fit for its intended purpose. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and faulty products can lead to serious injuries, property damage, and psychological distress.   If you have been harmed by a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation through…

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    ‘Never a Nuisance’: Babies Infection Prevention Week 2025

    Each October, we dedicate a week to Infection Prevention to highlight how we can all work together to keep the most vulnerable babies safe from infection.   This annual initiative serves to empower parents and carers to trust their instincts and to ensure every baby has the best start in life.     Why Infection…

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    ‘The NHS Is Killing Me’: Former Health Worker Speaks Out

    A 75-year-old former NHS worker with five decades of service has spoken out about her harrowing cancer diagnosis after potential asbestos exposure during her hospital career.     What is Mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a type of asbestos-related cancer affecting the pleura (lining of the lung). It can be found in the lining of the abdominal…

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