Listen to the first episode of ‘My Mate’s a Footballer’ here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk A new podcast promising sport and comedy is available on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 Live from Thursday 16 November. In this 20-part series, comedian Joe Wilkinson reveals that he’s always wanted a professional footballer as a […]
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Giant lung roadshow tours England to encourage South Asian community to act on early lung cancer symptoms
The NHS will visit thousands of people in England’s lung cancer hotspots with giant inflatable lungs this month, to raise awareness of potential cancer symptoms and help catch cancer earlier. The Let’s Talk Lung Cancer roadshow, run between NHS England and Roy Castle Lung Foundation, kicks off as new survey […]
Disadvantaged young people to enjoy more outdoor experiences away from home
Thousands of disadvantaged young people are to get access to outdoor learning opportunities away from home so they can develop vital life skills, build confidence and resilience. The Adventures Away From Home Fund, worth £1.5 million, will allow more children and teenagers to enjoy activities they otherwise would not be […]
Follow the advice: don’t veer for deer, says GEM
Drivers should be on the lookout for deer on the roads in coming weeks, as the nights close in and the mating season gets under way. Breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is warning drivers to be particularly cautious on road journeys at dawn and dusk, the times when deer are […]
Tuberculosis (TB) cases continue to rise in England in 2023
Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) indicates that cases of TB in England increased by 7% in the first half of 2023 compared to the same timeframe in 2022, with 2,408 notifications compared to 2,251 in the first 2 quarters of 2022. While England remains a low-incidence country for […]
BMW retains Fleet Manufacturer of the Year title at Business Car Awards 2023
BMW has added five more awards to its impressive tally for 2023, including the coveted Fleet Manufacturer of the Year for a second consecutive year at the Business Car Awards. Further to the headline award, the BMW X1, 3 Series, i4 and 5 Series were each recognised as best in […]
Customers can claim 10,000 miles of free motoring when they buy a new Nissan EV
EV drivers could enjoy a year’s free motoring when they purchase a new car from a Nissan dealership! The manufacturer has teamed up with Pod Point, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging, and EDF – Britain’s biggest generator of zero-carbon electricity – to launch the exciting new offer. Customers […]
PLANNING SUBMITTED FOR NEXT WILD NEW LODGES
West Midland Safari Park has submitted planning for the next stage of their long-term development strategy, which includes luxury lodges overlooking new hippo and African wild dog environments. Four lodges will offer incredible views of African wild dogs – the first of their kind in Europe, whereas two more lodges […]
Back to the wall: tips from GEM to prevent reversing bumps
Pricey parking prangs are easily avoidable just by slowing down and knowing the length and width of your car, says road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist. Figures show repair costs have risen 40% in the past five years1, while according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders […]
Members of European Parliament recognise potential of breakthrough hydrogen fuel cell technology at IAA Mobility
Andreas Glück and Andrey Kovatchev, Members of the European Parliament, representing the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), were welcomed to Bramble Energy’s stand to discover how its innovative hydrogen technology can play a pivotal role in Europe’s clean energy future. With the European Commission having set the goal […]