Eastwood Park: Compensation scheme announced for abuse victims
Eastwood Park Detention Centre detainees who suffered physical abuse from members of staff will be able to claim compensation for physical abuse and in some cases psychological injuries, the Ministry of Justice announced earlier this month. Eastwood Park Detention Centre, in Falfield, South Gloucestershire originally opened in 1964 to house up to 95 boys,…
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Leeds Pride 2024: LGBTQ+ Legal Rights Explained
Sunday marks the day of Leeds Pride, which celebrates all things LGBTQ+ in our city centre. Colourful acts, drag, and live music will take to the streets to commemorate love, equality and friendship for all. Gay Pride has been celebrated for decades, to remember the Stonewall Riots, which took place in 1969. The riots,…
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Women’s safety branded ‘national emergency’ as 80% feel scared to walk home alone
A national emergency has been declared for women’s safety, as more than 80% say they are scared to walk home on their own. The survey, carried out by ITV News interviewed 1232 young adults, found that 81% of young women aged between 18-25 feel unsafe walking home in the dark. Speaking to…
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Care home rated Inadequate following CQC inspection
The Willows Care Home, a residential facility for older adults, has been downgraded from ‘good’ to ‘inadequate’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after a recent inspection. This evaluation, conducted in March, has triggered by safety concerns reported by residents and their families. At the time, The Willows housed 57 residents. According…
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Group Strep B Awareness Month: Claiming for birthing injuries
July marks Group Strep B Awareness Month, dedicated to spreading knowledge about Group B Streptococcus (GBS) and its impact on pregnant women and their newborns. This month aims to inform and educate expectant mothers, healthcare professionals, and the broader community about the importance of screening, prevention, and treatment. Group Strep B can…
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Employment changes proposed under new Labour government
After the general election earlier this month, workers and business owners should prepare themselves for a host of new changes that are expected to come into force under the new Labour government. Before the election, Labour outlined several changes to employment law, stating that ‘Labour’s plan will make work pay’. They said this would…
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Council fined after worker loses finger at school
A local authority has been fined and sentenced after a school worker lost his finger while preparing wood for a design and technology lesson. Adi Soday, a technician at The Forest School in Horsham, lost his right index finger when it was sliced off by a circular bench saw on 13 June 2022. …
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Have you lost money investing throughout Fortrade Platform?
Have you lost money with Fortrade? Fortrade Ltd is an online trading platform that allows investors to trade Contract For Differences (CFDs). Fortrade offers ‘execution-only’ accounts, meaning they should not provide clients with personal financial advice. CFDs are complex financial products and are considered unsuitable for the vast majority of retail investors due to the…
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80% of Nurses Report Insufficient Staffing to Meet Patient Needs
Only a third of shifts in healthcare settings have enough registered nurses to look after patients, a survey has revealed. According to the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), workforce shortages in hospital and community services are so severe that patients are being left in pain and in some cases dying alone. The shortages mean…
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