Gen Z putting their ‘dream jobs’ on hold citing lack of opportunity

New research released today reveals that the younger generation do not feel able to chase their dream jobs, citing a lack of opportunity as...

Local economy losing £4.5m a year to the poverty premium

New research reveals for the first time the economic impact of the poverty premium at a local level across Britain. The poverty premium is...

Spaces to make-do and mend would bring new life into high streets, study says

paces to remake and mend clothes would bring much-needed life back into shopping centres and high streets, a new study says. Efforts to wean people...

England’s oldest became frailer during austerity

The speed at which England’s oldest adults became frailer accelerated during the UK Government’s era of austerity politics, according to a new study. Researchers say...

Damning report says that for the first time for 100+yrs life expectancy stops improving...

“The last decade has been marked by deteriorating health and widening health inequalities. People living in more deprived areas outside London have seen their...

Racial inequalities to be tackled as part of any inclusive economic growth agendas for...

New research led by University of Leeds academics and UK’s leading race equality think tank has highlighted growing racial and ethnic diversity in Northern...

Deaths set to rise but lack of preparation risks leaving more loved ones upset...

The charity Marie Curie has warned that our reluctance to think or talk about dying and death means many of us feel deeply unprepared...

Labour announces new plan to support older people with care needs and those living...

The Labour Party has announced new plans for a major increase in the number of home care packages for older people and people living...

Depression and anxiety rose sharply over Christmas in the UK

Levels of depression and anxiety rose sharply over December in the UK, especially among young adults, reaching similar levels to lockdown at the start...

Transport issues are causing more than 2 in 5 of the most vulnerable residents...

Research published today by Transport for the North (TfN) - Transport and social exclusion in the North in 2023/24 report - reveals that more than...