British Deaf Association awards Sign Language Charter to Greater London Authority
The British Deaf Association has awarded its Sign Language Charter to the Greater London Authority (GLA), recognising the…
23 September 2026
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Drink Aware – Recommendations
The Chief Medical Officers' guideline for both men and women states that: To keep health risks from alcohol to a low level it is safest not to drink more…
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Food Safety & Hygiene
How to clean hands, equipment and surfaces to prevent harmful bacteria from spreading onto food. Effective cleaning removes bacteria on hands, equipment and surfaces, helping to stop harmful bacteria…
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Change 4 Life
The NHS advises that kids need to be active for 60 minutes a day. This information is shown on a section of the NHS website called ‘Change 4 Life’.…
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The Flu Vaccine
Recieving a flu vaccine can help protect adults and children at risk of flu and its complications.
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Ofcom – Text to switch your mobile provider
In the past, if you wanted to switch your mobile company, you would have needed to call your provider to begin the move; a process which is inaccessible for…
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Having difficult conversations
You don't need to be an expert to be there for someone. We have translated the Samaritans 'SHUSH' tips to help you to have difficult conversations.
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