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Stephen Fry urges patients to help save lives with new prostate cancer research
Actor and broadcaster Stephen Fry is urging prostate cancer patients to sign up for a major new research initiative that could save lives. The NHS is joining forces with the
“Education always has value… it opens up your mind”
“Studying at the Open University helped me gain a valuable qualification that is respected by my employers and I achieved my dream job.” Ali, born and raised in Scotland,
Why are South Asian Brits not being represented in Paris 2024
Team GB is heading to Paris for the 2024 Olympics starting on 26th July and lasting until 11th August. The team holds 166 athletes from throughout the UK and Northern
Oldham coliseum theatre presents Khushi festival and other summer events
Oldham Coliseum Theatre continues its programme of theatre, performance and cultural activity, including the return of Khushi, the family friendly festival aimed at people from all backgrounds, which is taking
Oldham Council opens new customer service sites as it commits to bringing services closer to residents
Oldham Council last week opened two new customer service sites in the heart of the town centre, as it aims to make it easier for residents to access the services
Rochdale launch initiative to tackle gangs in Freehold neighbourhood
The Clear, Hold, Build initiative, known locally as Operation Affect, sees Greater Manchester Police working with Rochdale Council, Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH), and the local community themselves to disrupt and
Millions of people not working is `unacceptable’ says Labour
Rising levels of worklessness are “unacceptable” and require “immediate action”, the new Labour government’s jobs minister has said.Liz Kendall is proposing several measures including a new national jobs and careers
Water bills to rise by average 21% over next five years, regulator rules
Water companies in England and Wales have been told they will not be allowed to impose the hikes to bills they have demanded, the industry regulator has said in an
Mortgage competition hots up as rates decision looms
Competition between mortgage lenders has intensified ahead of a key decision on interest rates by the Bank of England.A host of lenders have made reductions to the cost of new
Car Ownership Essential for Young People Despite Increasing Challenges
Despite industry concerns, car ownership remains crucial for young people, according to the latest analysis from Auto Trader. The study indicates that 90% of 17-24-year-olds consider owning a car important,
