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New London Ambulance responders for mental health emergencies introduced.

https://emergencyservicestimes.com/2026/02/10/new-specialist-paramedics-to-lead-london-mental-health-emergency-response//

New specialist paramedics to lead London mental health emergency response - Emergency Services Times London Ambulance Service has launched a specialist mental health crisis team as callouts nearly double, providing tailored care for patients with complex needs.

We are immensely happy that with Nnena Kalu this year's Turner Prize has gone to an immensely deserving artist, one of many, who frequently got overlooked, simply for who and how they are. We stand in admiration and jubilation! Congratulations!!! https://actionspace.org/artists/nnena-kalu/

Nnena Kalu – ActionSpace Artists Her practice is rooted in two-dimensional works, sculptures and installations. Through binding, layering and wrapping materials, Nnena explores space, scale and materiality with repetitive sculptural processes. Her installations often begin with multiple compact ‘cocoons’ or ‘boulders’ of te...

There seems to be some change in the air. Anyone worried about changes to Pip should get in contact with their MP... The vote will take part on Tuesday. But it may be that the particulars will change until then.

Starmer changes tone in bid to win back Labour MPs The prime minster and his team are trying to repair relations with backbenchers over welfare cuts.

"Croydon Loves You" programmes from confidence building workshops to creative arts and writing are available! by different groups and trusts!

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Announcing the first round of successful Croydon Loves You 2025 grantees - This is Croydon We’re thrilled to announce the fourteen amazing community projects that have been awarded funding through the first round of our Croydon Loves You 2025 grants programme!

Did you know that London Zoo has relaxed tours for for neurodivergent people, audio supported tours and BSL tours? Universal Credit Holders can enter free of charge. Tours must be prebooked. More information

Relaxed Opening Tours | London Zoo Monthly guided tours for people with autism and other neurodiversities.

We worry with our clients about some of the changes, though agree that any of the clients have a right to a full life that includes purpose, dignity and a right to work. It is still early days for the proposals. There will be consultations, committees and parliamentary debates.

Make sure you contact the charity that supports and represents your needs or condition, or contact your MP to express any concerns if you are affected or know or care for somebody who is.

Government defends major welfare reforms but charities condemn ‘cruel cuts’ The planned changes have been met with anger from Labour MPs, unions and charities.

There is a new wervice to help vulnerable people in Croydon to stop smoking! Click link below for more information:

https://news.croydon.gov.uk/targeted-stop-smoking-help-for-vulnerable-residents/

Targeted stop smoking help for vulnerable residents Croydon Council is offering more support to help residents who may not engage with local services to quit smoking and be healthier.The new service, SmokeFree Croydon, is a specialist stop smoking service for residents who are using mental health support services, going through drugs and alcohol trea...

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Merry Christma from Immediate Social Care