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NHS Prescription Charges Frozen for Benefit Recipients Under Labour Government

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The Labour government has announced a continued freeze on NHS prescription charges starting this April, ensuring that the cost of a single prescription will stay at £9.90. This decision is expected to save patients around £12 million next year, providing vital financial relief during ongoing cost-of-living challenges. Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasized that no one should risk their health due to the inability to afford medication. “We are extending the cash freeze on prescription charges to help households facing economic pressures,” she said.





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Mother Claims Son Prevented Her From Calling Emergency Services After Teen Girlfriend Fell From Tower Window

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A mother has told a court that her son prevented her from calling 999 after his teenage girlfriend fell from a fourth-floor window at her flat in Chelmsley Wood. Jordan Herring, 22, from Solihull, is currently on trial at … Read More