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The Chelsea Flower Show reminds us that the outdoors belongs to everyone

The Chelsea Flower Show reminds us that the outdoors belongs to everyone

Listen to this article Chelsea Flower Show should remind us that the outdoors is not a luxury – it belongs to everyone The grey is lifting. And the...

17.05.2026 20

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Women are reclaiming pubs and revitalising their communities

The clatter of plates being cleared. Listen to this article The clink of a glass. The low hum of conversation you are not required to join. The gentle...

15.02.2026 10

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Be kind to retail workers this Christmas, they are our real-life elves

By Kim Samuel As if by magic, shops and supermarkets are once again decked out with festive cheer. For shoppers, it’s a reminder that the most...

22.12.2025 5

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The Renters’ Rights Act is a surprisingly effective answer to the loneliness crisis

By Kim Samuel After years of delay and a change of Government, this week saw Parliament finally pass the Renters’ Rights Bill, so it has now become...

02.11.2025 6

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The Assisted Dying Bill is a compassionate step forward but peers must bolster safeguards for true dignity and choice

By Kim Samuel Today, the House of Lords faces a grave responsibility. Its second reading of the Assisted Dying Bill is not just another parliamentary...

20.09.2025 8

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Belonging shouldn’t be means-tested, PIP isn’t a luxury – it’s a lifeline

2 July 2025, 10:29 By Kim Samuel Personal Independence Payments (PIP) are a vital benefit that doesn’t just help disabled people manage the extra...

04.07.2025 5

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Kim Samuel