David
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David
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Thank you to Call the Midwife and BBC One for having the courage to tackle a domestic servitude plot line so sensitively in your show last Sunday night (Series 15, episode 3).

Find out more about domestic servitude and supporting victims of modern slavery -

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Call the Midwife - Series 15: Episode 3
Rosalind’s skills are tested when she is drawn into an unusual domestic case. Joyce is seconded to the hospital and befriends a single mother with a rare blood group.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 29, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Inside Iran, courageous women & men are standing in the streets against an oppressive & violent regime. The Islamic Republic is responding with extreme brutality – using live ammunition, mass arrests & widespread intimidation
Thank you for standing with us in prayer at this decisive & painful moment
'We all know someone who was killed': Iran protesters describe personal toll of crackdown
Young Iranians able tell the BBC how they saw friends and other people die as security forces crushed protests earlier this month.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
This year marks the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz/Birkenau. We lament the loss of the six million Jews who were killed & victims of all genocides - As we remember all those whose lives have been lost, we pray for a day when all shall be free to live in peace, unity & love - Amen
Holocaust Memorial Day Trust
Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) on 27 January is the day to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution and in the genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur....
hmd.org.uk
January 27, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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"Very grateful to Healthwatch for getting a resolution and addressing my concerns."💬

At Healthwatch Derbyshire, we are here to listen and to help. If you’re unsure where to turn for health or care advice & information, we can provide clear advice, and signpost to the right support!

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January 19, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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Fever, cough, runny nose, and a red rash – these could be signs of measles.

Measles is highly contagious but early detection can make all the difference, if you think you or your child might have measles, ring your GP or visit NHS 111 online for advice.
Measles
Find out about measles, a highly infectious viral illness that can be very unpleasant and sometimes lead to serious complications.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:22 AM
On this special day, Baptist World Alliance Chair Karl B. Johnson honours the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr – calling the global Baptist family to live out his dream of freedom and justice today:
A Global Message in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
YouTube video by Baptist World Alliance
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January 19, 2026 at 4:51 PM
“Once a Nobel prize is announced, it cannot be revoked, shared, or transferred to others. The decision is final and stands for all time. A medal can change owners, but the title of a Nobel peace prize laureate cannot.”
The Nobel Prize and the Laureate Are Inseparable - Nobel Peace Prize
The medal and the diploma are the physical symbols confirming that an individual or organisation has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The prize itself – the honour and recognition – remains insepar...
www.nobelpeaceprize.org
January 19, 2026 at 9:26 AM
The Government is planning to send King Charles to the US to celebrate with Trump. Giving him a royal visit right now sends a terrible message that his behaviour is acceptable. We can stop this if enough of us speak up. Will you add your name to the petition? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ca...
Call off the King’s visit to the US for the 250th anniversary of America's independence
With the current political chaos in the US and Trump’s failure to adhere to international norms, and given his apparent obsession with the Monarchy, calling off this visit would send a powerful messag...
you.38degrees.org.uk
January 17, 2026 at 2:37 PM
It’s snowing in Heanor !
January 8, 2026 at 10:07 PM
By standing with us, you are helping build a future where every young person who walks through the gates of Turner Farm finds a place to thrive.
If you would like to be part of this journey, complete our sign up form to let us know how you would like to become involved at: [email protected]
Turner Farm - 'Big Build Project' - Valley CIDS
For almost 300 years, Turner Farm has been transforming lives, and it continues to do so today. Set within 48 acres of farmland in Swanwick, Derbyshire, this isn’t your typical classroom for the young...
www.valleycids.co.uk
January 7, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Gail Marriott, Shop Manager at our Langley Mill Lighthouse Charity Shop, has taken on an inspiring personal challenge to help raise funds for the Turner Farm Big Build Project.

Valley CiDS operates 36 Lighthouse Charity Shops and Gail has decided to walk to every one of them over the coming months.
Gail’s Turner Farm Big Build Walk - Valley CIDS
Gail Marriott, Shop Manager at our Langley Mill Lighthouse Charity Shop, has taken on an inspiring personal challenge to help raise funds for the Turner Farm Big Build Project. Valley CiDS operates 36...
www.valleycids.co.uk
January 7, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Buy Nothing New Month is a challenge to avoid buying new stuff and instead reuse, repair, borrow or buy second-hand.
It’s the perfect excuse to support charity shops like Lighthouse.
They have 35 locations around Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire which helps to support @ValleyCiDS at the same time !
Buy Nothing New Month
Every new item we buy comes with an environmental price tag. Could you buy nothing new for just one month?
www.keepbritaintidy.org
January 6, 2026 at 7:06 PM
January 6, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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❄️ Snow & ice may continue across parts of Derbyshire.
Stay warm and safe: heat rooms you use most, wear layers, keep moving, wear shoes with good grip, and try to check on vulnerable friends and neighbours.
👉 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-healt...
January 5, 2026 at 2:01 PM
The 40 most popular surnames in Derbyshire and their meanings have been revealed.

Where does yours rank on the list ?
The 40 most popular surnames in Derbyshire and their meanings have been revealed – where does yours rank on the list?
This list will help you discover whether your surname is unique or common among Derbyshire residents – along with the historical meanings of each last name.
www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk
January 1, 2026 at 12:36 AM