RSPB Advises UK Households to Pause Seed Feeding for Birds from May to October Monday, May 4, 2026 rspb birds feeding disease hygiene seed summer autumn birdfeeders conservation The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) has issued new guidance asking UK households to stop leaving seed out for wild birds between May 1 and October 31. During the warmer months of summer and autumn, the risk … Read More
Healthcare worker spotted black bruises on baby's face days before death, court hears Friday, February 6, 2026 bruises infantabuse childprotection prematurebirth healthcare staffordcourt babies childdeath hospital feeding A healthcare visitor has told jurors at Stafford Crown Court that she raised serious concerns about five-week-old Darcy-Leigh Jefferson just days before the infant’s tragic death. Zena Graham described how she noticed … Read More
BBC Winterwatch's Chris Packham Urges Rethink on Feeding Garden Birds to Prevent Disease Sunday, January 18, 2026 birds feeding disease wildlife chrispackham winterwatch uk nature conservation birdwatching Renowned naturalist Chris Packham has raised concerns about the practice of feeding wild birds in UK gardens, citing risks of disease spread through saliva among bird populations. Despite the nation’s £350 million yearly … Read More