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23/10/2026

Great Britain is expected to pay some of the highest energy costs in Europe this winter as its reliance on imports to ensure a steady supply is forecast to deepen, The Guardian reports.

Official forecasts show country will meet energy demand by paying high prices to secure imports

23/10/2026

New date just added! Registrations are now open for the next CDM Regulations for Home Improvement Agencies. Get the the knowledge and skills to comply with the CDM Regulations 2015 and the Building Safety Act 2022 in your adaptations work.
https://www.foundations.uk.com/foundations_event/cdm-regulations-for-home-improvement-agencies-9/

23/10/2026

The Centre for Care at Birmingham University is piloting a new national survey of family and friend carers in England. Fi Flowers, TLAP, reflects why surveys should be co-designed alongside a broad range of people to ensure the findings reflect people’s lived experience and encourages family and friend carers to participate in this survey.

The Centre for Care at Birmingham University is piloting a new national survey of family and friend carers in England. It has been working with family and friend carers, as well as sector stakeholders including Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) to co-design the refreshed survey. Fi Flowers, TLAP, refl...

23/10/2026

In this blog, our Regional Advisor Amy Watson reviews the importance of the Gas Safe Charity funded work delivered through the Foundations Independent Living Trust, and why this funding is proving to be such a valuable resource for councils and Home Improvement Agencies across the country. https://www.foundations.uk.com/keeping-homes-safe-and-warm-our-partnership-with-gas-safe-charity/

23/10/2026

A new personalised cancer vaccine given alongside a widely used immunotherapy drug has cut the risk of patients dying or their skin cancer returning by 42% in a major clinical trial.

The scientists involved say the results could mark a turning point in cancer treatment, bringing personalised medicine a step closer.

23/10/2026

The body in charge of Britain's electricity network has given assurances that the lights will stay on this winter after concerns were raised by some of its engineers.

The assurance from the National Energy System Operator comes amid concern from its engineers about their ability to ensure adequate supply.

23/10/2026

Our Understanding Building Plans & Architectural Drawings for Occupational Therapists course helps OTs interpret plans, visualise proposed layouts and communicate more effectively with technical colleagues

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https://www.foundations.uk.com/how-we-help/training/understanding-building-plans-and-architectural-drawings-for-occupational-therapists/

23/10/2026

Thousands of children in England are experiencing some of the sharpest rises in waiting times for healthcare in the history of the NHS, a report has revealed.

CQC research finds long delays are making conditions harder to treat and highlights regional disparities in care

22/10/2026

Relatives recount distress and loneliness their loved ones went through in pandemic as a result of isolation policy, The Guardian reports.

Relatives recount distress and loneliness their loved ones went through in pandemic as a result of isolation policy

22/10/2026

Sign up to join Foundations Occupational Therapist Network Meeting on 19 November. Dr Rachel Russell with reflect on on this summer’s unprecedented temperatures; we'll hear from Shane Elliot, Northern Ireland Housing Executive and Nigel Lester, Tough Furniture.
https://www.foundations.uk.com/foundations_event/foundations-occupational-therapist-network-meeting-16/