Health Secretary Wes Streeting has called for an apology after NHS guidance suggested first-cousin marriages could offer “benefits” despite the known doubled risk of birth defects, declaring the advice “high …
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Latest news and political updates on Wes Streeting, Labour MP for Ilford North and Shadow Health Secretary. Follow his views on the NHS, public health reform, Labour Party leadership, and national policy debates. Includes interviews, speeches, media appearances, and commentary on his role in shaping Labour’s health strategy.
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Streeting Slams Trump’s ‘Dangerous’ Paracetamol Claims as UK Health Officials Defend Pregnancy Safety
by James CarterHealth Secretary Wes Streeting has urged the British public to ignore Donald Trump’s claims linking paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism, warning expectant mothers not to pay “any attention whatsoever” …
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NHS England Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard Resigns in Surprise Move After Meeting with Health Secretary Wes Streeting
by Darren SmithIn a surprising turn of events, Amanda Pritchard has announced her resignation as Chief Executive of NHS England, effective at the end of March 2025. The decision comes shortly after …
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Health Secretary Wes Streeting considering move to curb youth vaping Vaping outside schools and hospitals could be banned under Government plans to crack down on e-cigarettes, according to a report. …