Voter ID: General Election Could Face Serious Disruption – Survey
Voter ID could cause “serious disruption” to the general election, a local government think-tank has said. Next year will see the first general election where all voters will have to show a valid form of voter photo ID. The government claims the system will crack down on potential voter fraud. But electoral administrators surveyed by... Read More
PM To Meet NHS Leaders As Winter Pressures Loom
NHS leaders and ministers will meet in Downing Street on Wednesday to discuss planning for winter. The summit will involve the prime minister, health secretary and NHS England boss Amanda Pritchard. The focus will be on what else the NHS needs to help it through the winter. With a record number of people on the... Read More
Optical Engineer – Southampton, Hampshire
Optical Engineer – Southampton, Hampshire My client, a world leader in the development of scientific instrumentation, is looking for an Optical Engineer in Southampton, to join their team. The team has many years of experience in and is selling to both, R&D, and OEM customers. They have a range of stock crystals & waveguides and... Read More
Rare Crystal Jellyfish Spotted Off Cornwall Coast
A type of jellyfish that is rarely seen in UK waters has been spotted off the coast of Cornwall. Experts said there had been a “massive influx” of the Aequorea victoria, more commonly referred to as the “crystal jelly”. The species, seen at Cadgwith, on the Lizard Peninsula in west Cornwall, is more commonly found... Read More
UK Will Not Accept Chinese Interference – Rishi Sunak
Rishi Sunak has said he “will not accept” Chinese interference in the UK’s democracy after it emerged a parliamentary researcher was arrested amid accusations he spied for China. In a statement to MPs, the PM said he told Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the recent G20 summit that any attempted spying “will never be tolerated”.... Read More
Covid: Care Homes And Housebound Get Booster Shots In England
The NHS is starting to give booster shots of COVID and flu vaccine to older people living in care homes in England over concerns about a highly mutated new Covid variant that is spreading. The faster-than-planned rollout, which begins on Monday, is to quickly top up the protection of those at most risk. There have... Read More
UK Mobile Cinema At Risk After 25 Years On The Road
A mobile cinema that has been in operation for 25 years is at risk of closing. The Screen Machine, a lorry with a small cinema inside its trailer, tours the Highlands and Islands, Argyll and Bute and North Ayrshire. The service’s purpose-built vehicle is out of action due to breakdowns. A replacement has been leased... Read More
Government Facing Pressure To Rethink China Stance
The government is facing pressure to take stronger action against Beijing after a parliamentary researcher was arrested amid accusations he spied for China. Senior Conservative MPs have called for China to be categorized as a threat, a move backed by some cabinet ministers. Rishi Sunak raised concerns about interference from Beijing with China’s premier while... Read More
Lead CAE Engineer – Gaydon, Warwickshire
Lead CAE Engineer – Gaydon, Warwickshire Aston Martin is built upon the passion, skill and creativity of the people who dedicate their working lives to the most iconic brand in the world. Every intricate stitch beautifully expressed line, and the stirring noise of our engines is a manifestation of the desire and collective spirit to... Read More
3 Bed Flat For Sale – London
3 Bed Flat For Sale – London SW6 Features and description Three Bedrooms Two Bathrooms Roof Terrace Open Plan Living Close to Station Recently Refurbished Tax Band: E EPC Rating: C A stunning, recently refurbished three double bedroom apartment on the top two floors of this mid terrace Victorian house with a private roof terrace.... Read More