No. 71 · Sunday, 18 October 2026
How many NHS staff have been sacked after accessing medical records of victims of the 2023 Nottingham attack?
Why
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust confirmed that 15 staff members were dismissed for accessing records of victims of Valdo Calocane's 2023 attack, with new systems to be introduced to protect records.
BBC UKWhich Reform UK politician sparked debate by wearing smart glasses with autocue features in Wales' parliament?
Why
Jason O'Connell, a Reform politician, began using smart glasses equipped with an autocue function to help him deliver speeches in the Welsh Senedd, raising questions about the use of such technology.
BBC UKWhich sector in Northern Ireland has been most visibly affected by the ongoing budget delay at Stormont?
Why
Hospital doctors in Northern Ireland announced strike action in response to the delayed Stormont budget, with health workers expressing frustration over the practical impact of the funding freeze.
BBC UKWhich British heavyweight boxer retained his WBO world title with a devastating second-round victory this week?
Why
Daniel Dubois underlined his status as Britain's leading heavyweight by defeating Fabio Wardley with a second-round stoppage at the O2 Arena to retain his WBO world title.
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