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Stats watchdog prescribes stronger caveats for NHS Palantir claims
The UK’s Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR) has told NHS England it must ensure ministers and officials communicate more clearly and accurately about data used to promote the benefits of the NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP), a £330 million system built on technology from US firm Palantir. The intervention follows a row sparked by campaign…
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City council spends £200,000 on walking trail to illustrate the ‘lasting impact of its role in the transatlantic slave trade’
A city council has spent £200,000 on a new walking trail designed to highlight its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, prompting debate over the use of public funds for such heritage projects. The scheme forms part of wider efforts by local authorities to publicly acknowledge and educate residents about the lasting impact of…
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SUFC News: Wilder’s transfer message as Blades explore options over ‘wildcard’ – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has said the club are continuing to work on transfer business as they prepare for the new Championship season. The report suggests the Blades are assessing several possible additions, with strengthening at centre-back a significant priority and the pursuit of Leicester City defender Harry Souttar still uncertain. United have already…
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‘Couldn’t have been better’ – new signing hails Sheffield Wednesday spirit and makes pre-season admission – thestar.co.uk
Billy Mitchell said he has quickly felt at home after joining Sheffield Wednesday, praising the togetherness within the squad and the support shown by the club’s fans. His comments underline the optimistic mood around the Owls’ summer rebuild as they prepare for life in League One and target an immediate return to the Championship. The…
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SUFC News: Clarity on missing Blades man’s transfer future after pre-season absence – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United defender Rhys Norrington-Davies has been made available for transfer after his absence from the club’s pre-season preparations prompted speculation about his future. The development suggests the Blades are willing to reshape their defensive options before the new Championship season, rather than treating his non-involvement as an injury issue. The Wales international spent the…
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Teenage Fanclub announce new album ‘Do Not Dare To Dream’ with atmospheric single ‘Day In The Sun’
Teenage Fanclub have announced their 13th album, ‘Do Not Dare To Dream’, alongside the new single ‘Day In The Sun’. Due on 9 October via Merge, the record is their first since 2023’s ‘Nothing Lasts Forever’ and continues the band’s melodic, harmony-led indie sound while addressing scepticism towards hollow optimism. The album was written with…
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Not letting WFH staff join video meetings with their camera off can be disability discrimination, tribunal rules
An employment tribunal has ruled that preventing a disabled employee working from home from joining video meetings with their camera switched off amounted to disability discrimination. The case highlights how rigid workplace policies around video conferencing can disadvantage staff with health conditions that affect their appearance, anxiety levels or need for privacy, and adds to…
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Leeds United loanee Harry Gray reveals his favoured position and what Sheffield Wednesday’s aim is this season – thestar.co.uk
Harry Gray, a young striker on loan at Sheffield Wednesday from Leeds United, has spoken publicly about the playing position he prefers, along with his view of the Owls’ objectives for the coming season. The comments come as Sheffield Wednesday prepare for the new campaign, with the club looking to build a squad capable of…
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BFI names Isabel Davis as new filmmaking fund director
Isabel Davis has been appointed director of the BFI Filmmaking Fund, taking over from Mia Bays in October 2026. The five-year role places her in charge of a major source of public support for UK independent film at a time of economic and structural pressure on the sector. Davis joins after eight years as executive…