John Follon, a 78-year-old pensioner, died in a Cardiff hospital after a heart monitor alert was silenced by staff, leading to a delay in response. An inquest revealed that the disconnection of a heart monitor lead triggered an alarm that was acknowledged but not acted upon, resulting in Mr. Follon being left unmonitored for an extended period. The coroner's report highlighted systemic issues within the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, warning of potential future risks if current practices continue. Despite procedural changes, concerns remain about the ability to silence alarms without patient checks, especially during night shifts.

Dr Janine Parody, a vet with an exceptional reputation, was reprimanded for taking home a cat instead of euthanizing it, as instructed by the owner. The incident occurred at the Castle Veterinary Group in Framlingham, Suffolk, England, in December 2021.

Sammi Mai, a shopper at Waitrose in Bath, Somerset, was hospitalized after a cauliflower fell on her head, causing her to suffer from post-concussion syndrome. Despite being treated by a first aider and receiving a small compensation from Waitrose, Mai expressed dissatisfaction with the supermarket's response, describing it as 'insulting'. The incident has left her unable to work, and she criticized the store's practice of placing heavy items on high shelves. Waitrose stated they take customer safety seriously and are open to further information.

Dr. Janine Parody, a vet with a strong reputation, was reprimanded for taking a cat home instead of euthanizing it, as instructed by the owner. The cat, named Shadow, was brought to the Castle Veterinary Group in Suffolk with severe health issues. Dr. Parody, overwhelmed by a busy day, decided to treat the cat without the owner's consent, believing it had no owner. The owner, identified as SM, was initially misled into thinking the cat was euthanized. The tribunal acknowledged Dr. Parody's intentions to act in the cat's best interest but reprimanded her for not following proper procedures. Dr. Parody expressed regret for her actions, emphasizing that her decision was not for personal gain.

Kristie Higgs, a former teacher at Farmor’s School in Gloucestershire, was dismissed for gross misconduct after sharing Facebook posts criticizing LGBT+ education in primary schools. She claims her dismissal was due to her Christian beliefs and has taken her case to the Court of Appeal. The case, supported by the Christian Legal Centre, is seen as significant for free speech and religious freedom. The outcome could set a legal precedent for Christian employees and parents expressing their beliefs. The school maintains that the dismissal was due to the language used in her posts, not her religious beliefs.

Mike Peters, lead singer of The Alarm, is in remission from an aggressive cancer after participating in an NHS drug trial at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Diagnosed with Richter’s syndrome, a severe form of lymphoma, Peters underwent a trial combining acalabrutinib with chemotherapy, leading to successful remission. The trial's success is highlighted as 'incredible,' with plans for a stem cell transplant to prevent recurrence. The article underscores the potential of this treatment combination for Richter’s syndrome, a rare condition with limited effective treatments.

Holidaymakers traveling for the Easter weekend experienced significant delays on major motorways, with 20-mile queues reported, particularly towards Devon, Cornwall, and the Port of Dover. The RAC warned of 2.6 million drivers on the roads, with the M4 and M5 interchange near Bristol and the western M25 being heavily congested. The Port of Dover faced queues due to tighter security checks by French authorities and earlier strong winds in the Channel affected ferry services. P&O Ferries and DFDS reported delays but assured customers they would be accommodated on subsequent sailings. The Met Office forecasted mixed spring-like weather, and Network Rail announced major route closures due to engineering work.

Members of the National Education Union in England and Wales have shown strong support for strike action over pay and funding in an indicative ballot. Over 150,000 NEU teacher members participated, with a majority favoring a strike for an above-inflation pay rise and better staffing funding. The NEU will discuss further actions at an upcoming executive meeting. The NASUWT is also conducting a ballot on potential industrial action. The Department for Education has criticized the NEU's move towards a formal ballot, emphasizing the disruption caused by previous strikes and the recent pay awards given to teachers.

The UK's Department for Work and Pensions has announced that households in hundreds of postcodes will receive £25 cold weather payments due to freezing temperatures. Eligible households will automatically receive the payment for each seven-day period of low temperatures between November 1 and March 31. Pensions Minister Paul Maynard emphasized the support these payments provide to reduce anxiety about bills. The article lists the postcodes eligible for payments from November 27 onwards and provides details on the eligibility criteria for the payments.

The Rochdale report, commissioned by Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, revealed multiple failed investigations by Greater Manchester Police into child sexual exploitation by grooming gangs from 2004 to 2013. Labour MP Jess Phillips stated that similar exploitation is occurring nationwide. The report identified 96 men still posing a risk to children and criticized the government for not progressing on previous recommendations. Greater Manchester Police and Rochdale Council have acknowledged their past failures and apologized to the victims. The report follows similar findings in Manchester and Oldham, highlighting widespread abuse and systemic indifference.