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More adults in Bolton smoke – despite the UK smoking rate falling

More adults in Bolton smoke – despite the UK smoking rate falling | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
More adults in Bolton were smokers last year, new figures show – bucking the trend across the UK.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Annual Population Survey

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December 12, 6:47 AM
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Young Tories Set Up Campaign To Help Party Avoid "Terminal" Decline

Young Tories Set Up Campaign To Help Party Avoid "Terminal" Decline | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A Tory campaign group is launching a bid to improve the party's offer to young people and avoid what it warns could be "terminal defeat" for th
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: British Election Study

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Good Jobs in Northern Ireland 2024

Good Jobs in Northern Ireland 2024 | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Good Jobs in Northern Ireland 2024 was published today by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA).
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

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December 12, 6:45 AM
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People over 55 years old are 'fastest-growing tenant group'

People over 55 years old are 'fastest-growing tenant group' | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Tenants heading for retirement age are the fastest growing group privately renting in England, according to new figures.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: English Housing Survey

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December 11, 10:57 AM
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launches Christmas campaign with new research | Press release

launches Christmas campaign with new research | Press release | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
To support the launch of Age UK’s Christmas campaign, Together, we’re not alone, the Charity has released some heartbreaking new statistics that show just how lonely this Christmas will be for millions of older people , as well as a new report that explores why loneliness is harmful to older people’s physical and mental health. Age UK is calling for urgent donations from the public to change the lives of lonely older people during Christmas and throughout the year.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: English Longitudinal Study of Ageing

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The Benefits of a "Living Apart Together" Relationship —

The Benefits of a "Living Apart Together" Relationship — | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
​The "LAT" lifestyle—living apart together—is bettering mental health in older adults, per a new study.
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection:  Understanding Society

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December 11, 10:55 AM
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Ethnic groups likelier to suffer death of someone close during pandemic – study

Ethnic groups likelier to suffer death of someone close during pandemic – study | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Researchers said the impact of the pandemic was unevenly felt across population groups.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: EVENS

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December 11, 10:54 AM
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Safer Gambling Week 2024 Breaks Records for Promoting Responsible Betting | iGaming Future

Safer Gambling Week 2024 Breaks Records for Promoting Responsible Betting | iGaming Future | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The 2024 Safer Gambling Week campaign has set a new benchmark for awareness and engagement, generating over 60 million impressions on social media platforms,
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Health Survey for England

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December 11, 10:53 AM
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How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand? | Obesity | The Guardian

How does weight loss drug Mounjaro work and why is it in such high demand? | Obesity | The Guardian | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The ‘King Kong of weight loss drugs’ will be available on the NHS but only patients with most need will get it
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NHS to restrict new weight-loss drug Mounjaro to 220,000 patients in England initially | Obesity | The Guardian

NHS to restrict new weight-loss drug Mounjaro to 220,000 patients in England initially | Obesity | The Guardian | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Health officials say they are prioritising people with the highest needs for ‘King Kong of weight-loss drugs’
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Missed out this month's Insta dump? Good: Study reveals mental health risks behind frequent posting | Health

Missed out this month's Insta dump? Good: Study reveals mental health risks behind frequent posting | Health | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Regular social media posting is not all cool and fun for your mental health. Study suggests it's more harmful than passive scrolling.  | Health
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Understanding Society

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Posting to Social Media Is Ruining Your Mental Health

Posting to Social Media Is Ruining Your Mental Health | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A new study found that passively viewing social media content isn’t harming your mental health nearly as much as posting is.
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Understanding Society

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December 11, 10:46 AM
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Means-tested support for people approaching and beyond state pension age

Means-tested support for people approaching and beyond state pension age | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
This IFS Pensions Review report sets out issues with the current means-tested benefit system for those approaching the state pension age and beyond. 
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English Longitudinal Study of Ageing

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December 11, 10:42 AM
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Demand for staff sinks to four-year low in UK, survey shows

Demand for staff sinks to four-year low in UK, survey shows | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Tax rises spread gloom over pre-Xmas jobs market, recruiters report in November
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December 12, 6:46 AM
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New polling finds proportional representation still much more popular than First Past the Post – Electoral Reform Society – ERS

New polling finds proportional representation still much more popular than First Past the Post – Electoral Reform Society – ERS | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Every six months or so, since November 2019, the pollster YouGov have been asking the British public the following question regarding electoral reform.Some people support a change in th
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: British Social Attitudes Survey

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Growing Older Renters Shift UK Housing Market

Growing Older Renters Shift UK Housing Market | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The UK housing market has seen significant shifts recently, particularly as demographic trends reshape the rental sector. One notable change is the increase in…
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: English Housing Survey

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December 12, 6:44 AM
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Domestic abuse services expanded to tackle high offence rates

Domestic abuse services expanded to tackle high offence rates | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Wakefield Council is to expand its domestic abuse services in a bid to reduce ‘really high’ rates of offending across the district.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Crime Survey for England and Wales

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December 11, 10:57 AM
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Growing Trend of 'Living Apart Together' Among Older Adults Revealed in New Study | SOCIAL ISSUES

A new study published in the Journal of Family Issues highlights the increasing trend of 'Living Apart Together' (LAT) relationships among older adults in the United Kingdom and other countries.
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection:  Understanding Society

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December 11, 10:56 AM
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Study explores growing trend of older couples living apart together

Study explores growing trend of older couples living apart together | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A new study reveals that over 60s are increasingly opting to live apart while maintaining intimaterelationships, challenging traditional ideas of cohabitation.
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection:  Understanding Society

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Gambling Commission director urges industry to be “fastidious” in its use of data - EGR Intel

Gambling Commission director urges industry to be “fastidious” in its use of data - EGR Intel | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Tim Miller says “challenging” the misuse of statistics is taking up more of the regulator’s time, with the likes of the Telegraph and the Times sent reminders on how to cite statistics
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Pharma Industry News and Analysis | FirstWord Pharma

Pharma Industry News and Analysis | FirstWord Pharma | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
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Improving hypertension diagnosis: How to get accurate blood pressure readings

Improving hypertension diagnosis: How to get accurate blood pressure readings | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Cardiovascular nurse specialists Michaela Nuttall and Joanne Haws explain the importance of accurate blood pressure readings and measurement
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December 11, 10:51 AM
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What are the effects of youth club closures in the UK?

What are the effects of youth club closures in the UK? | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The widespread closing of youth clubs during the 2010s, driven by government austerity measures, led to falling educational performance and increasing rates of youth offending. The long-term financial implications – through reduced lifetime earnings and higher crime-related costs – are also stark.
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Regularly posting on social media may worsen mental health in adults | UCL News - UCL – University College London

Regularly posting on social media may worsen mental health in adults | UCL News - UCL – University College London | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Adults who frequently post on social media are at more risk of developing mental health problems than those who passively view social media content, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
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December 11, 10:47 AM
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Family income linked to health issues more than neighborhood poverty

Family income linked to health issues more than neighborhood poverty | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A paper published in the Journal of Public Health finds that household income in early childhood is a stronger and more consistent predictor for several major health-related problems for 17-year-olds than growing up in a poor neighborhood. The neighborhood was a slightly stronger predictor for obesity only.
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This article references research using data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Millennium Cohort Study

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Targeted support could help mitigate consequences of state pension age increases for many on low incomes

Targeted support could help mitigate consequences of state pension age increases for many on low incomes | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A report suggests targeted support in means-tested benefits could ease impacts of a higher state pension age on vulnerable groups.
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This article references data which is available in the UK Data Service collection: Family Resources Survey

Wealth and Assets Survey

English Longitudinal Study of Ageing

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