The Woman who made the World : Isn’t She Lovely!
The Women Who Made the World Larger From Ada Lovelace and Amy Johnson to Angela Burdett-Coutts, Marie Curie and Rosa Parks, history is filled with women who refused to accept the boundaries of their age History has a habit of remembering kings, generals and presidents. Yet some of its greatest Continue Reading
Max Hall’s Fight Against Brain Tumor: A Call for Research Funding
Fourteen-year-old Max Hall, battling an aggressive brain tumor, highlights the urgent need for increased funding in brain tumor research, prompting parliamentary support for improved treatments and clinical trials.
US vs UK Mental Health Services: Key Differences and Disparities
Mental health service provision differs significantly between the US and UK, particularly in referral mechanisms. The US relies on mental health courts to divert individuals from the justice system, while the UK utilizes the Mental Health Act for health-led interventions. Both systems face issues of access, equity, and racial disparities in treatment, with structural barriers further complicating service availability. Effective reforms are urgently needed to address these inequities.
ALAN THORPE: LAST BRAILLE TYPEWRITER REPAIRER SEEKS AN APPRENTICE
Alan Thorpe, the only certified repairer in the UK of Perkins braille typewriters, is retiring due to retirement. These 6kg analogue machines are crucial for teaching blind children to read and write. Thorpe, who has been blind since the age of 15, does all the repair work by himself, repairing Continue Reading
CRUELTY IN THE CLASSROOM – LIFE SCHOOL WIRRAL SCANDAL
LIFE School in the Wirral drew significant media attention due to allegations of child abuse. The school, which catered to children with special educational needs, faced scrutiny over claims involving inappropriate conduct and allegations against staff members. LIFE School Wirral: A Dark Chapter in Education The BBC Panorama documentary, “Cruelty Continue Reading
Addressing Poverty and Inequality in Britain
Poverty and Inequality in Britain have grown since 2012, this small report calls for Fairer Taxation and Support for Low-Income Individuals Introduction: Poverty and inequality are persistent challenges faced by many individuals and families in Britain. This report aims to explore the factors that contribute to poverty and inequality in Continue Reading
