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BBC News
24-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Manningtree care home closes after CQC put it in special measures
A care home that looked after six people with learning difficulties and autism will close after it was put in special measures by a watchdog. Meadowcroft Residential Care Home near Manningtree, Essex, was inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) between 8 May to 6 June and four breaches of regulations were found relating to person-centred care, safety, consent and governance. The CQC added works to build a seven-bedroomed extension to the site had left the building's "big garden" too "dangerous" for people living in the home to use. All residents of the care home were in the process of transitioning to new homes with the support of staff, the CQC said. The CQC found the renovation plans had not been explained to the residents, who had previously been able to grow vegetables in the said the demolition work for the extension had created significant disruption and some residents had already moved out due to the added that two other people had moved to the provider's sister service because of the works, which was not registered to meet the needs of their learning disability. A CQC spokesperson said: "The provider also told us they would no longer be providing a specialist service for people with a learning disability and or autistic people at Meadowcroft, but there was no clear progression planning in place for people who may need to move out of the home."A Meadowcroft Residential Care Home spokesperson said: "Following the CQC inspection, all building work was halted." Safety concerns Safety concerns were also raised in the report after inspectors found that a cupboard with hazardous cleaning supplies had been left unlocked and a resident was a known to be at risk of consuming non-food items such as toiletries. The report said the provider did not always listen to concerns about safety and did not always investigate and report safety events . A family member said they found bruises around their loved ones eye when they came to meet them, which had not been communicated to her prior her visit.A staff member told inspectors: "We have the residents who get the odd bruise from somewhere, they have scratched themselves. No major issues." The report also stated that there was a "calm" and "settled dynamic" between people living at the care home and one resident said they were happy at the home.A spokesperson from Meadowcroft Residential Care Home said: "At Meadowcroft, the well-being and comfort of our residents has always been, and will continue to be, our highest priority. "While we are deeply disappointed that our efforts to enhance and improve our facilities have led to this outcome, we remain fully committed to providing the highest standard of care throughout our residents' transition to their new homes, most of which will be completed by this Friday." Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
South Wales Argus
10-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Patten proud after Wimbledon title defence comes to an end
The Manningtree star, 29, and Finnish partner Heliovaara fell to a battling three-set defeat against Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash in the quarter-finals. The all-British pair triumphed in a heart-thumping third-set tie-break as a 6-4 4-6 7-6(8) victory kept their hopes of emulating Patten and Heliovaara's exploits from last year alive. The Court 2 clash was a thrilling watch throughout and Patten, who was unable to convert three match points alongside Heliovaara in the deciding set, hailed his opponents for another impressive grass-court display. 'It was a great match - the level was extremely high and there was some very, very good serving,' he said. 'That's what we expected from them - they've lost one match on grass this year and are playing some seriously good tennis. 'They're very good all round players who play the same system as us and we know well. 'We knew it was going to be a real challenge – it was disappointing to not get over the line and every match you lose hurts a little bit. 'We'll take some time off and keep on trying. 'We knew it was difficult last year - we were well aware of the challenges and prepared as well as can. 'We can hold our heads high with how we played today.' Glasspool and Cash were the third all-British pair Patten and Heliovaara encountered at Wimbledon this year, having also beaten Dan Evans and Henry Searle and Billy Harris and Marcus Willis in their opening two matches. That booked their place in the last 16 before scheduled opponents Jordan Thompson and Pierre-Hugues Herbert were forced to withdraw after Thompson, 31, suffered a back injury. Fifth seeds Glasspool and Cash were what stood between Patten and a place in the semi-finals, but the defending champions were unable to battle past their in-form opponents. They failed to convert three match points in the deciding set as the all British duo turned the tables to triumph in a nerve-jangling tie-break. Patten is relishing some time away from the court and visiting his long-term girlfriend, Ellie, where she is based in America ahead of the US Open next month. 'It's now onto the next one – I haven't been able to see girlfriend for a while now,' he added. 'I'll definitely be looking to take some time to go over as soon as I can, relax for a bit and be a normal person. 'I'm really looking forward to that – that's always the silver lining whenever you lose.' For the latest action on the British summer grass court season, check out the LTA website.
South Wales Guardian
10-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Patten proud after Wimbledon title defence comes to an end
The Manningtree star, 29, and Finnish partner Heliovaara fell to a battling three-set defeat against Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash in the quarter-finals. The all-British pair triumphed in a heart-thumping third-set tie-break as a 6-4 4-6 7-6(8) victory kept their hopes of emulating Patten and Heliovaara's exploits from last year alive. The Court 2 clash was a thrilling watch throughout and Patten, who was unable to convert three match points alongside Heliovaara in the deciding set, hailed his opponents for another impressive grass-court display. 'It was a great match - the level was extremely high and there was some very, very good serving,' he said. 'That's what we expected from them - they've lost one match on grass this year and are playing some seriously good tennis. 'They're very good all round players who play the same system as us and we know well. 'We knew it was going to be a real challenge – it was disappointing to not get over the line and every match you lose hurts a little bit. 'We'll take some time off and keep on trying. 'We knew it was difficult last year - we were well aware of the challenges and prepared as well as can. 'We can hold our heads high with how we played today.' Glasspool and Cash were the third all-British pair Patten and Heliovaara encountered at Wimbledon this year, having also beaten Dan Evans and Henry Searle and Billy Harris and Marcus Willis in their opening two matches. That booked their place in the last 16 before scheduled opponents Jordan Thompson and Pierre-Hugues Herbert were forced to withdraw after Thompson, 31, suffered a back injury. Fifth seeds Glasspool and Cash were what stood between Patten and a place in the semi-finals, but the defending champions were unable to battle past their in-form opponents. They failed to convert three match points in the deciding set as the all British duo turned the tables to triumph in a nerve-jangling tie-break. Patten is relishing some time away from the court and visiting his long-term girlfriend, Ellie, where she is based in America ahead of the US Open next month. 'It's now onto the next one – I haven't been able to see girlfriend for a while now,' he added. 'I'll definitely be looking to take some time to go over as soon as I can, relax for a bit and be a normal person. 'I'm really looking forward to that – that's always the silver lining whenever you lose.' For the latest action on the British summer grass court season, check out the LTA website.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Henry Patten can 'hold head high' after reigning champions exit Wimbledon
Exit - Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara are out of Wimbledon after falling to a three-set defeat against Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash (Image: MIKE EGERTON/PA WIRE) HENRY Patten insists he and Harri Heliovaara can 'hold their heads high' after their Wimbledon title defence came to an end, writes WILL JENNINGS. The Manningtree star, 29, and Finnish partner Heliovaara fell to a battling three-set defeat against Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash in the quarter-finals. Advertisement The all-British pair triumphed in a heart-thumping third-set tie-break as a 6-4 4-6 7-6(8) victory kept their hopes of emulating Patten and Heliovaara's exploits from last year alive. Braintree fixtures revealed ahead of new National League season The Court 2 clash was a thrilling watch throughout and Patten, who was unable to convert three match points alongside Heliovaara in the deciding set, hailed his opponents for another impressive grass-court display. 'It was a great match - the level was extremely high and there was some very, very good serving,' he said. 'That's what we expected from them - they've lost one match on grass this year and are playing some seriously good tennis. Advertisement 'They're very good all round players who play the same system as us and we know well. 'We knew it was going to be a real challenge – it was disappointing to not get over the line and every match you lose hurts a little bit. 'We'll take some time off and keep on trying. 'We knew it was difficult last year - we were well aware of the challenges and prepared as well as can. 'We can hold our heads high with how we played today.' Glasspool and Cash were the third all-British pair Patten and Heliovaara encountered at Wimbledon this year, having also beaten Dan Evans and Henry Searle and Billy Harris and Marcus Willis in their opening two matches. Advertisement That booked their place in the last 16 before scheduled opponents Jordan Thompson and Pierre-Hugues Herbert were forced to withdraw after Thompson, 31, suffered a back injury. LISTEN: Colchester boss Danny Cowley on Will Goodwin loan capture Fifth seeds Glasspool and Cash were what stood between Patten and a place in the semi-finals, but the defending champions were unable to battle past their in-form opponents. They failed to convert three match points in the deciding set as the all British duo turned the tables to triumph in a nerve-jangling tie-break. Patten is relishing some time away from the court and visiting his long-term girlfriend, Ellie, where she is based in America ahead of the US Open next month. Advertisement 'It's now onto the next one – I haven't been able to see girlfriend for a while now,' he added. 'I'll definitely be looking to take some time to go over as soon as I can, relax for a bit and be a normal person. 'I'm really looking forward to that – that's always the silver lining whenever you lose.' For the latest action on the British summer grass court season, check out the LTA website.
South Wales Argus
03-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Patten hoping to fly further under radar in Wimbledon title defence
The Manningtree star, 29, memorably soared to men's doubles SW19 glory alongside flying Finn Harri Heliövaara last year and kicked off his latest campaign with a fluent straight sets triumph. The Essex ace advanced with a 7-6(4) 6-4 victory over British pair Dan Evans and Henry Searle to reach the second round on Wednesday. Patten entered last year's Championships as an entirely unknown quantity but propelled his profile to new heights with a totally unexpected triumph. That may have led to greater fanfare ahead of his All England Club return but the rangy left-hander, who also grabbed Australian Open glory back in January, insists he is relishing flying under the radar once again. 'I would say it's felt remarkably similar this year,' he said. 'We've not had much special treatment – we've been over at Raynes Park practicing with the other doubles guys. 'It's business as usual which I think in a way, has helped us. 'If we were flying all over the place and meeting people, doing fancy things then maybe we would have gone out of our routine a little bit. 'I think that suits us – certainly the first day we came in, sitting on terrace where I had fantastic memories last year, it was nice to sit down and reflect on those times and what a great year we're had. 'I sometimes get recognised at airports – but for Harry it's very different as in Finland, he is a superstar. 'What's amazing is wherever we play, the Finnish support is amazing, which is such a great feeling wherever we are on the court.' Patten and experienced Heliövaara, 35, defied the odds to clinch a heart-thumping Wimbledon crown last summer. They toppled Australian aces Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson in a three-set thriller to capture All England Club hearts on a Saturday night to savour in south-west London. The dynamic duo followed that up with another memorable triumph in Melbourne and knew they faced a stern test as they commenced their Wimbledon campaign on Wednesday. But they showed no sign of nerves as they swatted aside West Midlands pair Evans, 35, and Searle, 19, to keep their hopes of emulating last year's exploits alive. 'It's a nice feeling to get that one out of the way,' Patten added. 'For any Slam there's always a bit of anxiety before the first match as there's so much build-up and preparation that goes into it. 'Maybe a little bit extra for this one as we were so eager to get started – to battle that and bring great energy to the court against tricky opponents is a very, very good feeling.'
