Programmes coming up ..
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Matt Rosser10:00am - 1:00pm
Matt says: "people who care for us - in hospitals, homes, wherever care is needed - are people we are lucky to have. If we didn’t acknowledge it before, we certainly do now and we mustn’t stop".
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Andy Hoyle1:00pm - 4:00pm
Andy says "Care Radio has re-focused me on why I loved radio so much in the first place. It’s great to know, that even in a small way, we can make a difference by being a friendly voice when it’s needed, providing company and companionship".
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Paul Hutton4:00pm - 7:00pm
Paul says: "It probably sounds a bit twee, but I genuinely am honoured to be giving something back to the amazing people, paid and unpaid, that selflessly help others every day".
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Peter Fairhead's Country Show7:00pm - 9:00pm
Peter says: "I'm absolutely delighted to be part of Care Radio, playing the music I love and have spent the last forty years presenting on the radio".
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Alan Steadman's Jazz Waves9:00pm - 11:00pm
The very best of Jazz from across the years, presented by the longest standing jazz radio presenter in the UK.
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Late Night Love Songs11:00pm - 1:00am
Two hours of perfect late night music from across the years, helping you to unwind with some "me" time.
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Martin Emery1:00am - 4:00am
Martin says: "when we think about it, we all probably know somebody - a friend, a colleague or family member - who provides care, either professionally or unpaid. Care Radio is for them."
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Helen Bowden4:00am - 7:00am
Helen says: ""My heart goes to anyone having to care full time for a loved one or as a job. You are amazing and brilliant people and should never be underestimated".
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Alex Cann7:00am - 10:00am
Alex says "I have huge admiration for the care sector, which dates back to my own stint in Sheffield Children's Hospital in 1991 having a leg lengthening operation. The nurses were just fantastic, and I feel this is my opportunity to give something back to a profession that has faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years."
National & International News
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New record diesel price as retailers accused of hiking profits after duty cutDiesel prices have hit a new high amid claims retailers hiked profits following the 5p per litre fuel duty cut.
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Girlfriends and Band of Gold writer Kay Mellor dies aged 71Kay Mellor, who wrote hit series including ITV’s Girlfriends, Band of Gold and The Syndicate, has died aged 71, it has been announced.
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Study warns developed fossil fuel reserves will need to shut to meet 15C limitStopping new oil, gas and coal developments is not enough to limit dangerous global warming – existing sites will also need to be shut down, a study warns.
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Tom Harrison steps down as ECB chief executiveTom Harrison is stepping down as chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board, the PA news agency understands.
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Jamal Edwards to receive posthumous award marking contribution to music industryJamal Edwards has been announced as the first person to receive posthumously the Music Industry Trusts (MITS) Award in recognition of his contribution to the sector.
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Jobless rate falls to lowest since 1974 but wages lag far behind inflationBritain’s jobless rate has fallen to its lowest level for over 47 years but workers have seen their pay fall further behind rocketing inflation, according to official figures.
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Harry hopes his children never experience the online world as it exists nowThe Duke of Sussex said he hopes his children “never have to experience the online world as it exists now” as he criticised social media companies that make “unimaginable money” from people’s time, attention and information.
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Chris Kirchner set to officially take over as Derby ownerChris Kirchner is set to officially become the new owner of Derby County Football Club after exchanging contracts for the sale of the club with administrators Quantuma.
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Charles and Camilla to recognise school scandal victims on Canada tourThe Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall will acknowledge the treatment of indigenous people in Canada’s residential schools when their tour of the nation begins.
Today's Weather
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EdinburghSunny intervals
High: 18°C | Low: 12°C
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CardiffHeavy Rain
High: 20°C | Low: 12°C
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London
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High: 26°C | Low: 14°C
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Belfast
Heavy Rain
High: 14°C | Low: 10°C
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Manchester
Sunny intervals
High: 22°C | Low: 11°C
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Care News
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More veterans coming forward for help because of the increased understandingThe Veteran Friendly Practice Accreditation Programme is being rolled out among health workers
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Care ideas from the other side of the worldMid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust says it's been learning how care in Canterbury New Zealand works differently
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MP apologises after criticising lockdown nurses for "after-work drinksthe Conservative member for Lichfield, made the remark while defending the Prime Minister who attended a Downing Street gathering in June 2020.
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Steam locomotive named in honour of carersThe engine, built in 1916, runs on the Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway in North Yorkshire and is now called “Nightingale and Seacole”
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Experiences wanted from carers dealing with major traumaThe James Lind Alliance, is trying to guide scientists who want to know what they should be researching
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e-Scooter accidents on the riseNumbers rose by 82 per cent from 2020 to 2021 according to figures from Ambulance Trusts across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
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Committee calls for changes to Visas and pay for care workersThe recommendations have been welcomed by a number of organisations including The Homecare Association which warns that the sector is in a ‘precarious state’
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‘I Live With Dementia’ campaign launched to support unpaid carersThe aim being to signpost people to the charity’s support through its dementia specialist Admiral Nurses
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GMC advice to doctorsThere’s a new drive to deal with workplace bullying in health and medical settings
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New care centre in PrestonIts focus will be on learning new skills and building confidence with everyday tasks
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Carers having to use foodbanksIn a survey of 3000 people, Carers UK tell us that a quarter were already relying on charities to get food
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Unpaid carers' views sought by Scottish Care Watchdog
Care Inspectorate is mid-way through a survey that officials hope will give them enough facts to support carers better in the future
