Blog

Back to homepage
Health

`Social prescriptions’ can help young people through mental health challenges – new research

The use of ‘social prescriptions’ to improve children and young people’s wellbeing without medica-tion can strengthen government policy on mental health support, University of Manchester re-searchers have found.In an article

News

Child Benefit boost for millions of families

Families who claim Child Benefit will see an increase in their payment next week, says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).From 7 April 2025, parents will receive £26.05 per week –

News

Reimagining Rochdale: A safer, more vibrant town centre

Last week marked the first step of multiple operations to rejuvenate Rochdale town centre by addressing local issues including tackling serious and organised crime and preventing the sale of illegal

News

British Artist Shahida Ahmed Showcases Work in Algeria and Qatar

Shahida Ahmed, a celebrated artist from Little Marsden, Pendle, Lancashire, is making waves on the international art scene with her recent exhibitions in Algeria and Qatar. Known for her intricate

News

The transformation of criminal cash into money that benefits the communities of Greater Manchester

Over the last year, GMP’s Economic Crime Unit have successfully forfeited over £17 million from criminal’s back pockets and the funds have been handed to organisations who support local communities

News

Mill Gate Backing `Cotton On’ Campaign to Recycle Textiles

Mill Gate Shopping Centre is proud to announce its collaboration with Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) in supporting the ‘Cotton On’ campaign, an initiative dedicated to promoting textile recycling and

News

Local charity spreads Eid joy with gift boxes for young patients at Bradford Royal Infirmary

Children spending Eid in hospital received a special surprise last week, thanks to a generous donation of Eid gift boxes from local charity My Family Group.The charity has partnered with

News

Myanmar confirms 180,000 Rohingya eligible to return, Bangladesh says

The 180,000 names were part of a list of 800,000 Rohingya that Bangladesh submitted to Myanmar in six batches, Bangladesh government says. Myanmar has confirmed that 180,000 Rohingya refugees living

Health

Take charge of your health and your time with NHS services

https://youtube.com/shorts/ffhIuVjSqHQ?feature=shared GP Ebad Chowdhury explains the range of NHS services available when you have a medical concern, so you can feel at your best and enjoy life to the full.

Health

Women, let’s put our health first. Attending your breast screening appointment could save your life.

We are more than just individuals—we are a powerful community of mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends, intertwined in a shared journey of life. In the hustle and bustle of our