Late diagnosis of oesophageal cancer has increased dramatically in England

The proportion of oesophageal cancer cases diagnosed at stage 4 has risen from around a quarter to just over a third of all cases, over the course of a decade. The charity Action Against Heartburn has warned that this rise in late-stage diagnosis is catastrophic for patient survival.  Action Against Heartburn analysed the latest available …

Warm Homes Plan launched in landmark moment for tackling fuel poverty

The Government has unveiled its new £15bn Warm Homes Plan, billed as the biggest public investment in home upgrades in British history and a major step towards tackling cold, damp housing, cutting energy bills and slashing carbon emissions. For the End Fuel Poverty Coalition, the announcement reflects years of sustained campaigning to put fuel poverty …

Less Survivable Cancers receive just 19% of research funding despite causing 40% of all cancer deaths

Today, the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce (LSCT) has revealed alarming findings highlighting a critical lack of research funding for common but less survivable cancers. This stark imbalance is contributing to extremely poor outcomes for patients.  Information, obtained from a series of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, shows that research into the less survivable cancers – …

Cold snap exposes risks of unaffordable energy bills this winter

As cold weather grips the country and temperatures fall, millions of households are under renewed pressure, with campaigners warning that even a marginal recent change to the energy price cap has risked pushing struggling families further into hardship. Despite the cold snap, average energy bills are still set to remain almost £700 higher than before the energy …

Millions still living in cold, damp homes as health inequalities deepen

Millions of people across the UK are still living in cold, damp homes, with new research showing that those with existing health conditions remain far more exposed than the general population, deepening health inequalities and adding pressure to the NHS.  As energy bills remain 69% higher than in winter 2020, the latest End Fuel Poverty …

UK Energy industry profits surge past £125bn since 2020

Energy giants have generated over £125 billion in profits on their UK operations since the energy crisis started according to an analysis of company reports.  Around £40bn has been made in profit in the UK by just 27 energy firms in the last two years, yet there are continued calls from energy industry lobbyists to …

Outdoor learning boost for Somerset primary school

A Somerset primary school has increased its outdoor play and learning opportunities for pupils thanks to a grant from the Campaign Collective Community Fund. Wookey Primary School near Wells was nominated for the fund by Campaign Collective Founder Member, Heather Rogers. The small community primary is working hard to improve its provision of outdoor play …

More than three million school children in England estimated to need support with social and emotional development

Children’s social and emotional development is facing a crisis in England, according to new data which highlights a sharp rise in the number of school pupils facing difficulties.  Analysis released by education charity nurtureuk suggests that nearly 1 in 6 (15.6%) school children aged 5-16 now have a high level of social and emotional needs, …

“We deserve to feel safe”: Scottish girls call for change

Written for girls, by girls – Girlguiding Scotland’s young campaigners launch a manifesto ahead of the 2026 elections calling for a safer Scotland. Girls from across the country have come together to call for action to make Scotland a safer place for girls and young women.  The Speak Out panel – part of Girlguiding Scotland’s …

Westminster Cross-Party Group launched to champion social work

A new Cross-Party Group for Social Work has been launched in Westminster to strengthen the voice of the profession in Parliament and help tackle the growing pressures faced by social workers. Chaired by Ian Byrne MP, the group brings together politicians from both the House of Commons and the House of Lords and from across the …