Labour MPs expect government U-turn on social media ban
Labour MPs anticipate a government U-turn to ban social media for under-16s, as Conservative pressure forces a vote. Key figures and cross-party support revealed.
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Mental health crisis grips London's firefighters
London firefighters face a mental health crisis driven by traumatic non-fire incidents. New data shows stress causes 20% of long-term absences. Read the full investigation.
How to fall in love with winter - podcast insights
Writer Katherine May shares her philosophy of 'wintering' - learning to embrace winter for rest, recovery, and joy. Discover practical tips to thrive in the coldest months.
How to read news better, not avoid it
Feeling overwhelmed by headlines? Discover a practical strategy for engaging with the news constructively, reducing anxiety while staying informed. Learn how to read better today.
Daily Art Engagement Cuts Death Risk by 31%
New research reveals regular cultural engagement, like gallery visits or choir singing, significantly improves health and longevity. Discover why creativity should be a daily habit.
5 Budget Ways to Boost Your Health This January
Discover five expert-recommended, affordable products to enhance your health and wellbeing this January 2026, from sleep aids to fitness gear, all under £80.
London Teachers' Wellbeing Weekend at Eden Project
Early Career Teachers from London and Southend attended a professional development weekend in Cornwall, focusing on wellbeing and outdoor learning strategies. Discover how they plan to enrich their classrooms.
How Music, Dance and Art Can Improve Your Health
Scientific evidence reveals how engaging with the arts can reduce depression, delay ageing and improve physical health. Discover five evidence-based ways to harness creativity for wellbeing in 2026.
Escaping Social Media Brain Rot in 2026
Feeling overwhelmed by social media? Discover practical strategies for a 2026 digital detox to reclaim your focus and improve mental wellbeing. Start your reset today.
The surprising benefits of doing nothing for your mind
Discover why embracing boredom and inactivity can boost creativity and wellbeing, backed by psychology research. Learn how to master the art of productive idleness.
Claim £150 Warm Home Discount Before February 28
UK state pensioners could secure a £150 energy bill discount this winter. Learn the eligibility criteria and the crucial February deadline to claim your support.
Arts Groups Offer Mental Health Support to Performers
UK arts organisations are providing therapeutic support to performers, challenging the myth that suffering is essential for great art. Discover how this shift is creating safer, more powerful productions.
Study: Quitting Wrong Goals Reduces Stress and Anxiety
New research shows persistence with unattainable goals harms mental health. Experts explain when to modify or abandon goals for improved wellbeing. Learn the signs.
NHS urged to adopt 'Amin's rule' for staff dismissals
NHS whistleblower Dr Narinder Kapur calls for an independent second opinion in staff dismissals, named after nurse Amin Abdullah, to prevent unfair treatment and protect wellbeing.
43 easy ways to lift your spirits and boost mood
Guardian writers and readers share 43 simple, joyful ideas to improve mental wellbeing, from urban walking and choir singing to watching news bloopers and growing avocado plants.
Parenting experts share tips for a calmer, happier family life
Feeling overwhelmed? Parenting experts reveal strategies for creating a calmer, happier family life while prioritising your own wellbeing. Learn about routines, boundaries and self-kindness.
How to design the perfect, mindful night out
Discover expert-backed strategies for moving beyond passive consumption to create fulfilling, memorable evenings that boost wellbeing, from lino printing to karaoke.
The Case for Parents Deleting Instagram in 2026
A growing movement of parents is choosing to delete Instagram, citing its negative impact on family life and mental wellbeing. Discover why stepping back from social media is becoming a key parenting strategy.
How to Master Your Lunch Break for Better Energy
Struggling with your lunch hour? Coaches and a nutritionist reveal how small, consistent habits and balanced meals like lentil soup can transform your afternoon energy and focus. Learn to design your break.
AI Won't End Burnout, Says Clyde & Co HR Chief
Clyde & Co's Chief People Officer warns AI is not a cure for workplace burnout. Discover why human-centric strategies remain essential for employee wellbeing.
Stargazing as a tool for processing grief and loss
Journalist Luke Abrahams found profound solace in the cosmos after his mother's cancer diagnosis. His journey from South Africa to Patagonia reveals how stargazing offers cosmic perspective on life, death, and mental wellbeing.
Teacher-Led AI & Social Media Boost Learning Outcomes
New British Council research in Pakistan and Egypt shows teacher-guided AI and social media improve student learning and wellbeing. Discover the key findings and join the online event.
Four-day school week trials urged for England and Wales
Advocacy group calls for pilot of a four-day teaching week to tackle burnout and recruitment crisis. Could a shorter week improve teacher wellbeing and student outcomes?
UK Social Media Ban: A Parent's Guide
Expert advice for UK parents on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of the new social media ban for children under 16. Learn how to support your teen.
Labour drops day-one unfair dismissal from workers' rights bill
Labour government makes surprise U-turn on manifesto commitment to day-one unfair dismissal protection, sparking backlash from unions and MPs while business groups welcome the compromise.
Gov U-turn: Day-one employment rights scrapped
The government has abandoned controversial 'day-one' employment rights after House of Lords pressure. Discover how the new six-month rule will affect UK businesses and workers.
Labour accused of manifesto breach over workers' rights
Labour faces accusations of a second manifesto breach in two days after watering down its promise to give workers protection from unfair dismissal from day one.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal pledge
The government has reversed its promise to give workers unfair dismissal rights from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Find out what this means for employees and businesses.
Government ditches day-one unfair dismissal policy
Labour waters down its flagship workers' rights bill, replacing day-one unfair dismissal protection with a six-month threshold. Find out what this U-turn means for businesses and employees.
Labour U-turns on workers' rights manifesto pledge
The UK government has reversed its plan to grant unfair dismissal protection from day one. The right will now apply after six months. Discover the implications for businesses and workers.
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