Childcare providers can't roll out government policy, with seven in 10 already full
Around 55% of childcare services have no available spaces, with a waiting list.
Most childcare providers won't be able to meet demand for the government's expanded free childcare policy due to staff shortages, lack of space, and funding struggles. [ more ]
Thousands of restaurants closing across UK blame soaring bills among pressures
Over 10 bars, restaurants, and pubs close in the UK every day due to rising costs and other challenges.
The number of licensed premises in Britain fell by 3.6% from 103,682 to 99,916 in the year to September, marking the first time it has dropped below 100,000. [ more ]
Funding spat after council's children's health contractor rated 'inadequate'
Solutions 4 Health Barnet's integrated health visiting and school nursing service in the borough of Barnet has received the lowest rating of 'inadequate' from the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Staff shortages and high demand for the service were blamed for issues such as the failure to provide postnatal reviews to a significant percentage of infants [ more ]
AI could provide the 'ultimate second opinion' at analysing X-rays
AI software can scan X-rays with 94% accuracy, as claimed by a joint study by Warwick University and King's College London.
The AI software can help with NHS staff shortages by flagging urgent conditions and freeing up time for doctors to focus on critical patients. [ more ]