Social care reform can’t wait, MPs tell incoming PM
MPs have called on the incoming prime minister to bring forward reforms to adult social care, warning delay until the next general election could hinder progress.
West Midlands launches £150m drive to fund nature recovery projects
The West Midlands has launched a £150 million fundraising initiative aimed at attracting private and public investment into projects designed to restore nature, improve biodiversity and expand access to green spaces across the region.
Prescribed burns drive 20% of US South’s air pollution
Prescribed fires, set to reduce wildfire risk and maintaining forest biodiversity, contribute more than one-fifth of the fine particle pollution in the southeastern United States, according to new research from the University of Georgia.
Years of leaks, mould and missed repairs, watchdog finds
Families have been left living for years with leaking roofs, damp and mould, and in some cases electrical hazards, according to a new report from the Housing Ombudsman.
Government launches review of toy safety rules to tackle AI risks
The Government has launched a major consultation on toy safety regulations, focusing on emerging risks from artificial intelligence and online sales, to ensure children are protected in a rapidly changing market.