Hidden army of carers report a lack of recognition
Almost half of unpaid carers claim their role is not understood or valued by their community, according to new research published for Carers Week 2026.
Solar parks on rewetted peatlands can boost bird diversity
Building solar parks on previously drained, rewetted peatlands can support a wider range of bird species than continuing intensive grassland farming, new research suggests.
The air inside UK homes contains a greater diversity of fungi than the air outside, according to a major new study that could have important implications for public health and housing policy.
Staff room: talking health and social care with Tameside Council
When it comes to recruitment in health and social care, headlines often focus on hospitals and care homes under pressure. Less visible are the people within councils working to keep services running amid rising demand.