Spain has proposed a ban on the use of social media by teenagers because of attitudes that have hardened in Europe against technology, taking personal insults against the prime minister from Elon Musk. The government is preparing a series of measures including banning social media for those under 16, the prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, said, […]
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The government has promised 10,000 new foster care places in England
The proposals will also provide help for people to make home improvements, such as extending their homes, and add practical day-to-day support for families through schemes such as the Mockingbird programme, run by the Fostering Network. It brings together groups of foster families so that they can provide advice, support and respite care to each […]
Police are investigating the death of a man who was allegedly blackmailed on Grindr
Hertfordshire Police says it has “dedicated LGBTQ+ liaison officers, whose role is essential in providing tailored support to victims from the LGBTQ+ community, responding to specific needs, building their confidence, and helping to break down barriers that prevent people from reporting incidents or seeking help from the police. Source link
No one knows what to expect when you die – but hospices have helped me
Hospices that care for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is “unsustainable”. Source link
The ministers to combat profiteering in the care sector and make a renewed push to develop | Children
Private child social care providers in England will be kicked out of the system if they are found to be making a profit, the children’s minister has said. Josh MacAlister, who oversees the overhaul of the care system for children, also called for an increase in matching the Homes for Ukraine scheme to provide homes […]
Earlier cancer diagnosis and faster treatment, the government promises
There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts are concerned about staff shortages. Source link
‘Never thought it through’: Indian village grapples with murder of interfaith couple
According to the police, they were beaten to death, allegedly by the woman’s three brothers, who were arrested. Source link
How does Labour’s Thriving Kids work and who else is eligible for the NDIS? | The national disability insurance scheme
The Albanese government has unveiled the model for its new program to mobilize children under nine years of age with mild developmental delay and autism from the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Called Thriving Kids, the program will be implemented with states and territories from October this year. Here’s everything you need to know about the […]
Women in technology and finance at higher risk from AI job losses, report says | Technology sector
Women working in tech and financial services are at greater risk of losing their jobs due to increased use of AI and automation than their male peers, according to a report that found experienced women are also being sidelined due to “restrictive hiring processes”. “Mid-career” women – with at least five years of experience – […]
Review calls for longer hearings to save court system from ‘collapse’ | Criminal justice in the UK
A new post of criminal justice adviser to the prime minister and the widespread use of remote hearings are among the recommendations of an independent review commissioned by the government to tackle the backlog of courts in England and Wales. The second part of Sir Brian Leveson’s review – unlike the first part, which recommended […]
