The number of children being treated for addiction to tranquilliser has doubled in a year, according to Public Health England. The drug Xanax is responsible for the sharp rise; eight children were receiving treatment in 2016-17 but has increased to 53 children in 2017-18. Ambulance services around the country have also reported the problem and…
British backpacker Grace Millane was last seen with a man at a hotel police have revealed. At 9.41pm on Saturday 1st December at the Citylife hotel, Grace was seen with a male companion. This is the last sighting of Grace. The man has been investigated and questioned by police, the apartment at the hotel is…
A report by the Sport England suggest that one in three children does fewer than 30 minutes of exercise a day – this is half the amount recommended by the government. The survey show that girls are less likely to be as active as boys with 13 to 16-year-olds being the least active age group….
At least 40 motorists convicted of drug-driving have been cleared after evidence of manipulation was found in the forensic testing process. Around 10,500 test results are currently being reviewed after data was allegedly manipulated at Randox Testing Service. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) have described it as a serious breach of forensic science standards….
Metropolitan Police Service has launched a video campaign to raise awareness of domestic abuse and encourages victims to seek help and support. The campaign coincides with 16 days of focused activity around domestic abuse which commenced on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (Sunday, 25 November). The two short videos feature scenarios…
A review says that new rights should be given to severely ill mental health patients detained in hospitals to stop abuse and neglect of this vulnerable group. The 1983 Mental Health Act is outdated and is being misused as it does not protect patients’ rights like it should. The prime minister has said the injustices…
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