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The Guardian reports that Prime Minister Boris Johnson has responded to the strikes with plans to allow firms to bring in agency staff. Unions have warned the measure would make “disputes long and bitter”, with the Trades Union Congress accusing the PM of taking a step that “even [former prime minister] Margaret Thatcher would not go near”, the paper says.

Guardian Front Page 27th of December 2024

The NHS is facing significant challenges and potential stagnation due to delays in implementing crucial reforms proposed by Wes Streeting, raising concerns about increasing wait times and service disruptions during a period of heightened demand.

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Guardian Front Page 26th of December 2024

Weight-loss injections are being aggressively marketed in the UK through online promotions and high street supermarkets, leading to concerns that pharmacies are flouting regulations regarding the marketing of prescription-only medications, with investigations revealing widespread use of loopholes to advertise these drugs, prompting action from the Advertising Standards Agency and other regulatory bodies to ensure consumer protection.

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Guardian Front Page 24th of December 2024

Thames Water, a major utility company, allegedly diverted funds intended for environmental clean-up projects to pay executive bonuses, raising concerns about corporate governance and environmental responsibility amidst ongoing scrutiny over its operations.

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Guardian Front Page 23rd of December 2024

Local authorities and the UK government spent over £100 million in 2022-23 on legal fees and staff to contest special educational needs claims, a strategy criticised for prioritising costs over providing necessary support for children and families.

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