Dad told he was ‘too young for cancer’ dies six months after diagnosis Ben Williams was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) after experiencing months of severe pain above his hip The Independent UK · Sep 25
Half of nurses giving end-of-life care in corridors as NHS staffing crisis laid bare A practitioner recalled resuscitation being attempted on a terminally ill cancer patient who ultimately passed away on a bathroom floor The Independent UK · Sep 1
Nurses giving end-of-life care in corridors amid staffing issues, poll finds Time pressures and issues with staffing levels were also cited as a barrier to providing care to terminal patients. Evening Standard · Sep 1
How avoiding conversations about death is costing bereaved families millions a year IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 26
British reluctance to talk about death costing bereaved £157m a year – survey Some 59% of people who have arranged a funeral spent beyond their means, with an average overspend of £513, a poll for the charity Sue Ryder found. Evening Standard · Apr 26
The funeral mistake that costs grieving Brits almost £157.1 million every year Almost 60 per cent of people who have arranged a funeral spent beyond their means, with an average overspend of £513 The Independent UK · Apr 26
How to navigate dating after loss Entering the dating pool can be a daunting prospect, so here are some tips to help. The Independent UK · Feb 13
Warning issued as palliative care in England is ‘failing to meet people’s needs’ A new report has highlighted that bereavement support for loved ones, while "valuable", is "frequently inaccessible". The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2025
End of life care for patients must improve, doctors group says It comes amid a warning that too often this phase of someone’s life “is seen as unexpected or a last-minute crisis” The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025
We can and must do better on end-of-life care, says Royal College of Physicians The college said the Government must develop a public campaign on end of life and palliative care. Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025
Lisa Riley and Lottie Tomlinson on shared grief of losing mums: 'It doesn’t go away, you learn to live with it' Lisa Riley and Lottie Tomlinson open up about their experiences with grief after losing their mothers, highlighting the importance of sharing feelings and memories as a source of comfort Evening Standard · Jun 11, 2025
More than 80% of health costs in final year of life ‘spent on hospitals’ Some 81% of this healthcare spending is spent in hospitals (£9.6bn), with 56% (£6.6bn) of that going on emergency hospital care. The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025
Majority in favour of assisted dying also concerned about end-of-life care gaps The charity said while opinion has been divided on a new law, its survey showed all sides place a high importance on improving palliative care. The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024
One of Emersons Green's only charity shops to close this week The charity shop has thanked its staff, volunteers and customers from over the years Bristol Post · Jun 9, 2023
Chronicle Live · May 17, 2023 Shopper 'can't believe it' after finding £200 designer coat for £1 on the high street The Antoni & Alison coat was discovered in 'amazing' condition in a Sue Ryder charity shop with the unbelievable price tag
Manchester Evening News · May 17, 2023 'I found a £200 designer coat for £1 on the high street - I can't believe it' "Honestly I cannot believe it, for a quid... what?"
Manchester Evening News · Feb 24, 2023 Police investigating after hundreds of pounds stolen in charity shop burglary No arrests have been made yet
Nottingham Post · Jan 13, 2023 Stapleford shop announces re-opening plans after fire forced closure Shoppers and staff were safely evacuated from the shop
Manchester Evening News · Dec 11, 2022 Shoplifter told charity shop worker he'd 'smash her' before punching colleague in the face Lee Jarvis punched one of the workers in the face, and launched a plug socket at another
The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2022 As the nation says goodbye to the Queen: How we can celebrate a life and mourn at the same time Tributes and tears, sorrow and sharing happy stories are all part of the process, grief experts tell Abi Jackson.
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2022 With its queen gone, Britain ponders how to discuss death Because she reigned and lived for so long, Queen Elizabeth II's death was a reminder that mortality and the march of time are inexorable
The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2022 Grandmother, 93, completes fifth wing-walk after being inspired by chocolate ad Betty Bromage performed a full loop over Rendcomb Airfield, near Cirencester on Thursday.
Nottingham Post · Apr 2, 2022 Manager of popular vintage shop in Nottingham gives reason why it's so 'fresh' It sells vintage and retro items
Edinburgh Live · Jan 19, 2022 East Lothian charity shop shut down during lockdown to be new office for local MSP Sue Ryder charity shops closed at the start of the first lockdown and the one in Haddington has lain empty ever since, with the building now set to become a new office for a Conservative MSP.