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Call to Expand Water Fluoridation in Nottinghamshire

Call to Expand Water Fluoridation in Nottinghamshire

Two health chiefs have submitted a letter to the government calling for an extension of the water fluoridation scheme in Nottinghamshire. Councillor John Doddy, chair of the Nottinghamshire Health and Wellbeing Board, and councillor Linda Woodings, chair of the Nottingham City Health and Wellbeing Board, along with their respective Directors of Public Health, Jonathan Gribbin and Lucy Hubber, are campaigning[Read More…]

US Court in Legal Battle Over Fluoride in Drinking Water

US Court in Legal Battle Over Fluoride in Drinking Water

A legal battle over the safety of adding fluoride to drinking water in the US is currently in full swing, with plaintiffs arguing that the chemical poses a threat to the neurodevelopment of children. Judge Edward Chen of the US District Court for the Northern District of California has been hearing expert testimony since January 31 and could order the[Read More…]

New Study Links High Fluoride Levels to Lower IQ in Children

New Study Links High Fluoride Levels to Lower IQ in Children

In a startling new development, scientists have found a potential link between high fluoride levels in drinking water and lower IQ in children. A study conducted by Tulane University has ignited fresh debate over the safety of fluoride in our water supply.  By examining children in Ethiopia exposed to significantly high fluoride concentrations, researchers discovered troubling signs of cognitive impairment,[Read More…]

Half of UK Households Now Pay Higher Council Tax Than Buckingham Palace

Half of UK Households Now Pay Higher Council Tax Than Buckingham Palace

Nearly half of all households in the UK are now charged higher council tax rates than those levied on Buckingham Palace, recent data reveals. Approximately 46% of households, or 11.6 million homes, currently pay more than the £1,828 band H council tax rate for the King’s Westminster residence, up from 32% (7.5 million homes) in 2011-2012. In Rutland, which has[Read More…]

South Yorkshire School Accused of Invasive Tactics to Reduce Absenteeism

South Yorkshire School Accused of Invasive Tactics to Reduce Absenteeism

Astrea Academy Woodfields in Balby, Doncaster, is facing criticism for allegedly monitoring families’ bins, cars, and mail to address student absences. Staff members reportedly visit the homes of absent students to check for signs of occupancy, such as bins being put out, cars in driveways, or steam from boiler flues. The National Education Union (NEU) has condemned these methods as[Read More…]