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Category: National
Parents push back on potential social media ban for under 16s
The Government is launching a consultation to curb children’s phone use
Ex‑Norfolk civil servant guilty of possessing hundreds of child porn images
Norwich magistrate slams him for causing real sexual harm
Government’s WASPI decision “a kick in the teeth”, says campaigner
Campaigners frustrated after Labour refuses compensation for millions of women pensioners
Gen Z has sparked a ‘quiet revival’ in Christianity
Church attendance among 18–24-year-olds has quadrupled since 2018, according to a new survey.
No laughing matter in East Anglia
East Anglia is the most neglected place for live comedy but comedian Joz Norris argues the area is vital for the industry
Vet nurses are “underused” in the UK
A new report aims to remedy the problems faced by UK vet businesses.
Norfolk MP fights for fertility pay
Labour MP Alice Macdonald is calling for those attending fertility treatment to be granted paid time off
Kate’s warning over screen time
The government says that screen time for teens in the UK is an average of 7 hours 22 minutes a day.
Vigils held across the country a week after the Manchester synagogue attack
Schools and religious organisations are taking part in events throughout the day commemorating the people who were injured or killed in the attack.
Tackling stigma with inclusive sport
Iceni RFC, based in Norfolk is among the 30 LGBTQ+ clubs in the UK, challenging homophobia in rugby.
“I was hooked”: fans share stories for F1’s 75th anniversary
Formula One raced for the first time in 1950
Welfare cuts are “going to push people into foodbanks” says disability organisation
Disabled People Against Cuts organisations around the UK are protesting alongside thousands of people set to lose their benefits entitlement
‘How long will I survive?’ Norfolk woman without needed medication
Creon shortages are affecting tens of thousands of people in the UK.
Suicide crisis in the British military
Since 1984, more active serving personal have taken their own lives than those who have died in hostile combat.
Devolution could affect efforts to combat poverty
Cancelled local elections in Norfolk could impact efforts to combat poverty.
Labour peer calls for healthy relationship with US
Labour peer Lord Peter Hain has said that we must have a strong relationship with the US, ‘but not at all costs.’
“Fashion should be for everyone” says adaptive clothing designer
62% of disabled shoppers find it difficult to find clothes that they feel comfortable in, according the Research Institute for Disabled Consumers
“The Hunting Act does not stop illegal hunting”
A Norfolk saboteur has criticised The Hunting Act, as today marks twenty years since it was enforced.
Dog rescue homes are “full to breaking point”
Two dog fosterers tell UEA Journalism about both the inspiring and “sad” experiences of rehoming dogs.
Stop-smoking pill announced by NHS
A newly improved stop-smoking pill will be provided to thousands of people.
Norfolk farm calling out dairy giant Arla
Arla has been facing backlash over new products, with a Norfolk dairy farm opposing how they’re made.
Cancer diagnoses almost missed because of age
One in five of breast cancer diagnoses are not taken seriously because of young age.
Loneliness is “one of the biggest challenges for our generation”
A social advocate is calling for changes to be made to tackle loneliness in young adults.
Don’t give directly to homeless, says charity boss.
Giving directly can keep vulnerable people on the streets.
BBC Weather glitch forecasts hurricane winds in Norfolk
A glitch with BBC Weather forecasted extreme winds, while America faces Hurricane Milton.
Stroke Awareness: The UK’s fourth largest killer.
New data from ‘The Stroke Association’ have predicted that by 2035 the number of new stroke hospital admissions will reach 151,000.
Undiagnosed autism referrals reach highest ever figure
It can take up to two years to get an autism diagnosis, according to a charity worker who is also a mother to a child with ASD.
Protecting Norwich’s waterways a priority for Lib Dems
A Lib Dem candidate pledges to ‘prioritise solving the sewage in our waterways’ if elected as MP for Norwich South.
Norwich has ‘tremendous potential’ says Tory
The Conservative candidate for Norwich South believes that the city has ‘all the ingredients’ to become ‘hugely prosperous.’
Norwich Greens ‘committed’ to affordable housing
A Green candidate wants to make sure that there are homes for everyone.
Reform candidate calls for more policing on Norwich streets
A Norwich North candidate says that ‘crime is a big issue for people in parts of Norwich’.
Norwich residents face a ‘hydra-headed health crisis’ say Labour
A Labour candidate has told UEA Journalism that East Anglia is a ‘terrible place to have to have a mental health issue.’
Curbing cervical cancer – HPV vaccine proven to stop 90% of cases
Study shows HPV vaccine can prevent 90% of cervical cancer cases.
Award-winning photographer shares his tips, journey and favourite photos
Arthur told stories of how he begun his photography journey, taking some of his dad’s old equipment and snapping shots.
Rail strikes continue to ruin commuters’ travel
ASLEF members walked out today over poor pay
‘Groundbreaking’ cancer vaccine given green light at University of Oxford
Researchers have received £1.7 million funding to develop the world’s first vaccine for lung cancer.
Are rising vet prices “making money out of people’s misfortunes”?
There is rising concern over the price of veterinary treatments and medications.
Royal Mail in Norwich is getting ‘worse and worse’, residents claim
The surge in royal mail complaints has sky rocketed during the past year. With just over 1.2 million complaints from…
Government plans to stop hate crime against Jewish community
Rishi Sunak said the UK stands with Israel after he arrived in the country for a diplomatic trip to the…
Sunak scraps A level’s revealing new plan of the Advanced British Standard
The prime minister will be rolling out a new Advanced British Standard Qualification that will see students continue learning compulsory…
Arctic Monkeys rock out in Norwich
And yes, they did look good on the dance floor! Filling Carrow Road stadium with over 27,000 fans and with…
Is working from home and loneliness linked?
Working from home has sky rocketed in the last few years due to the pandemic. Joining zoom calls in your…
“I’ve had to dip into my savings”- the effect of the cost of living crisis in Norwich
The cost of living crisis has affected everyone this year with many people struggling and not being able to afford…
Figures show reading is ‘cool’ again
2022 was a record-breaking year for the UK publishing industry, with almost 700 million physical books being sold. That’s the highest…
Millions waiting on Cost of Living payments
Millions who were expecting a cost of living crisis payment today were left unpaid as the government said it could…
UK government to give out 1 million free vapes
6.6 million people in the UK smoke – but the government is aiming to cut this in half before 2030. …
Families “worried about kids” as interest rates rise 11th time
The Bank of England has increased interest rates from 4% to 4.5% for the 11th time in a row. The…
Strikes: Vice Chancellor Will Take A Pay Cut
By Paris Maben-Hume and George Cooke The Vice Chancellor will be taking a voluntary pay cut as part of cost…
The Future of British Farming is … Vertical?
By Emily Goodwin The largest vertical farm in the world is due to start producing food in the Spring of…
The Premier League: has it been good for supporters?
This season marked the 30th birthday of the Premier League — the most watched sports league in the world, beating…
Queen Elizabeth II: Tributes Across Norwich
By Paris Maben-Hume and Jamie Bryson (cover photo credit: The Royal Family) Tens of thousands of people from Britain and…
The Gloucester – Historical Context
What was so important about this ship and why did Julian and Lincoln Barnwell spend four years diving to find…
Wreck of The Gloucester found 340 years after it sank
Two brothers from Norfolk have discovered The Gloucester, a ship that ran aground 340 years ago, off the coast of…
Platinum Jubilee – Was it Worth it?
The Queens Platinum Jubilee was celebrated by many. With some business’ still having their decorations proudly on show, others were…
Bacon adds flame to Partygate grill
Norfolk Conservative MP Richard Bacon has defended the Partygate allegations by making claims that the NHS staff members would have…
Election Turnout – why so low?
Much has been made of the recent round of local elections, with the Conservatives suffering heavy losses across the country.Some…
Voters react to ‘Beergate’ and ‘Partygate’
Sir Kier Starmer has stated he will resign as leader of the Labour Party if he is served a fixed…
As Covid restrictions lift this means “low-paid workers will be hit hardest” says general secretary of Usdaw.
The plan for living with Covid has come into effect from today in England. The lifting of the remaining Covid…
Paediatric Nurse warns: “It could be me or you”
The frontline worker still loves her job, but is ‘tired and drained’
The small businesses struggling to survive Covid-19
We’ve all felt the impact the coronavirus pandemic. Having to adapt and change to a new normal. One difference we…
Training to be a Teacher without a Class
With Covid-19 enforced school closures, the education sector has had to completely change the way they operate. Henry Hunt has…
Huawei’s Ongoing Battle with the West
Reporter: Alex Dalton Huawei, one of the biggest smartphone manufacturers in the world, continues to suffer the fallout from last…
Farming subsidies to change post-Brexit
Environment secretary Michael Gove wants to change the way that farming subsidies work so that UK farmers are rewarded for sustainable food production methods. The current…
Will #MeToo make a difference?
100 years since the Suffragettes won votes for some women, Beatrix Houston-Black, Vice President of the UEA Feminist Society, sat…
UK accused of “shooting itself in the foot” over foreign policy
Since the UK chose to leave the European Union the future of Britain in the world has seemed uncertain. What…
The Big Issue on the streets of Norwich
The Big Issue is more than just a popular publication, it is one that brings hope and purpose to many.…
English girls among least active in World
Inactivity is currently identified as the fourth risk factor in global mortality – and in the UK we face problems…
Student Jobs – Can you fit it all in?
Nowadays, many students need a job to live – and to be able to pay the fees or repay…
The Secret Life of Expats
Reporter Victoria Pertusa returns to her home-town of Alicante in Spain to discover the response of British people living there…
The Pet Crisis: “responsible owners” should neuter pets
The number of unwanted pets roaming the streets of our cities has reached a crisis level, according to a number…
Labour plan free school meals if they win election
The Labour party has announced it plans to offer free school meals to all primary age children – if it…
What’s it like to be homeless at Christmas?
Norwich Open Christmas is celebrating its 25th year of giving the most vulnerable members of our society a hot meal…
Reflections on WW1
Broadcast Journalism Student Andy Chun Li reflects on the experience of a visit to the battlefields of Flanders.
Could Peeing in the Shower Save the Planet?
Saving the planet may be going a bit far – but UEA environmentalists, concerned about just how much water is…