A second major report into maternity services in England, published within a week of another damning review, has reinforced concerns that care remains inconsistent, unsafe in places, and in urgent need of reform.

This week I had lunch with the Swedish ambassador at his residence. To my right was the ambassador, and to my left was a professor in mathematics from Oxford University of Swedish heritage. One of the things we discussed is how to attract more...

The National Health Service (NHS) marked its 78th anniversary on 5 July 2026, celebrating its status as Britain's greatest post-war achievement. Central to this milestone is the recognition of the South Asian healthcare professionals whose fundamental,...

Phone addiction is not yet officially recognised as a clinical condition, but concern is growing among researchers, clinicians and child development experts that excessive smartphone use is already reshaping behaviour, particularly in children.While...

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has announced his resignation as the Member of Parliament for Clacton, forcing a high-stakes by-election. The decision follows his disclosure that the parliamentary standards watchdog has launched a second investigation...