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Looking for connection? You’re not alone. Sometimes we all need a place to go for a chat, to meet new people, or simply to sit with a cuppa and feel part of something. Locally, there are welcoming spaces where you can drop in, have a conversation, and enjoy some company – no pressure, just friendly faces. Empty Chairs  is one such space, taking place on 26 January at 7pm  at The Weirside, Newbury . It’s an opportunity to connect with others, share a drink, and spend time tog

How It Can Help You in West Berkshire Have you heard the phrase social prescribing and wondered what it means? It’s a growing service across the NHS, including here in West Berkshire, that can help you get support for the things outside traditional medical care that affect your health and wellbeing. What Is Social Prescribing? Social prescribing is a way of connecting you with non-medical support and community resources that can help improve your wellbeing, whether that’s red

A Big Step for Children’s Health A long-awaited ban on junk food advertising has come into force today, marking a significant shift in how children are protected from unhealthy food marketing. Under the new rules, adverts for foods and drinks high in fat, salt and sugar will be banned online at all times and on television before 9pm. This builds on voluntary restrictions introduced last October, but crucially moves from goodwill to firm regulation. The Government says the imp