First UK lockdown saw a ‘steep rise’ in cases of depression among children

The first lockdown to slow the spread of coronavirus in the UK led to a ‘steep rise’ in cases of depression, including in children as young as seven, a new study reveals.   Scientists from the Medical Research Council compared data from parents, teachers and children on the mental health of kids aged 7 to 12 … Read more

Charity fundraiser, 57, died after he lost control of his e-scooter on a steep hill

A prolific charity campaigner suffered a fatal fall from his electric scooter in what is believed to be the second such death in the UK. Barrie Howes was killed in a freak accident as he travelled home from work after heeding the Government’s call to avoid public transport in the early days of the pandemic. The … Read more

Postman, 40, is killed on the job when his Royal Mail van rolls down steep bank 

Postman, 40, is killed on the job when his Royal Mail van rolls down steep bank 40-year-old died on The Downs Road, Isle of Wight, on Saturday morning Police were called at 7.38am after receiving reports of a single vehicle collision Hampshire Police are appealing for more information or dashcam footage  By Sam Baker For … Read more