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13 Million UK Bank Customers Still Rely on Branches Amidst Closures

Over 13 million UK customers used bank branches in the year to May 2024, despite a shift to digital banking, highlighting concerns about the impact of branch closures on vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly and those with limited digital access; 6,000 branches have closed in the past dec...

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Ketamine Use Rises Among UK Schoolchildren: Experts Warn of Serious Health Risks

The rising use of ketamine among UK schoolchildren, fueled by its low cost and social media portrayal, is causing alarm among experts who warn of serious health consequences including urinary tract infections and long-term organ damage. Headteachers report its normalization as a 'rite of passage'.

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England Launches Nationwide Blood Transfusion Screening for Contaminated Blood Scandal Victims

In England, all new GP patients born before 1996 will be asked about past blood transfusions to identify those affected by the contaminated blood scandal, leading to Hepatitis C testing and treatment; around 400,000 people will be asked annually.

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UK-EU Trade Deal Could Boost Exports by £25 Billion Annually

Research indicates a new UK-EU trade deal could boost UK exports by £25 billion annually and increase GDP by 2.2 percent, while failure to reach a deal could lead to a £30 billion economic contraction by 2027; talks are expected to conclude with a trade deal, joint declaration, and security pact.

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NHS Launches Hepatitis C Testing for Undiagnosed Contaminated Blood Victims

Starting June 2024, the NHS in England will offer Hepatitis C tests to all patients registering with a GP who received a blood transfusion before 1996, aiming to identify thousands of undiagnosed victims of the contaminated blood scandal; this follows recommendations from the Infected Blood Inquiry ...

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UK and EU Sign Agreements to Deepen Ties

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with EU leaders in London on Monday to sign agreements on increased defense and trade ties, including a common understanding on trade, fishing, and youth mobility.

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UK Heart Health Declines Sharply: Deaths and Diagnoses Soar

The UK is experiencing the worst start to a decade for heart health in 50 years, with cardiovascular deaths among working-age adults rising by 18% since 2019 to 21,975 in 2023, alongside record increases in heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and diabetes diagnoses, and lengthening hospital waiting ...

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UK and EU Reach Key Agreements in Post-Brexit Summit

The UK and EU held their first summit in years in London, agreeing on a security and defense pact, a youth mobility scheme, and aiming to reduce trade barriers, marking a significant shift in post-Brexit relations.

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London-Based Group Connects 38,000 Indian Women

Lovina Shenoy founded the Indian Women in London & UK (IWLUK) Facebook group in March 2022 to combat isolation among Indian women in the UK; it now has over 38,000 members and offers social, professional, and emotional support.

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UK Charges Three Iranians with Spying, Summons Ambassador

Three Iranian nationals were charged with spying in the UK after allegedly targeting journalists working for Iran International; the UK government summoned Iran's ambassador in response.

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Convicted Fraudster Steals £307,000 From Prison Reform Charity

Samantha O'Sullivan, a former deputy official receiver convicted of fraud in 2013, stole £307,000 from the Prison Reform Trust where she was head of finance and human resources between 2016 and 2024; the charity's board included prominent figures like former Justice Secretary David Gauke and Lord Ti...

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EU Fishing Demands Delay UK Trade Deal

The EU's increased demands for prolonged access to UK fishing waters, potentially up to ten years, have delayed a post-Brexit trade agreement with Britain, jeopardizing the timely removal of trade barriers on British food and animal products.

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