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The Guardian
5 hours ago
- Business
- The Guardian
Job prospects in the UK are grim – no wonder our kids are escaping abroad
Zoe Williams' piece on today's nepo job market is on the nose and tells me that nothing has changed in the past 40 years (Looking for a job? Who you know probably matters more than what you know, 15 July). It's not much to do with artificial intelligence, and studying chemistry is not the solution. Anecdotally, of the 13 engineering science graduates from Keble College, Oxford, in 1982, only three found work in the UK – in Daddy's firm. The rest of us went overseas. My nephew recently graduated in chemical engineering from Durham and could get nothing better than a lab assistant job in the UK. So he's joining a Norwegian oil firm in Stavanger, upstream research for the trading desk. My eldest daughter, a paramedic graduate, seems destined for emergency response in the Australian mining industry. My youngest has dreams of studying medicine. But Daddy has just explained to her that it means working overseas on graduation, attempting to default on the £100,000 debt she'll accumulate and never coming back. The reason this country is a declining parody of a developed nation is that kids are best served graduating from the Airport Bookstore School of Management and honing their bullshitting skills. Managers with a visceral understanding of the business and the conviction to recruit, train and retain the right talent are rare. So it defaults to HR drones and their clickbait competency AndersonBarwick-in-Elmet, West Yorkshire
ITV News
16-07-2025
- Health
- ITV News
Cosmetic Cowboys: Non-surgical cosmetic procedure checklist
Over 2,000 anti wrinkle injections are being administered in the UK each day. But how can you be sure that your jab is safe? This non-surgical cosmetic procedure checklist has been commissioned by Save Face and Dr Zoe Williams. Save Face is a government approved register for doctors, nurses and dentists who provide non-surgical cosmetic treatments. This checklist is designed to inform patients of best practice when it comes to non-surgical cosmetic procedures. You can download the checklist here. Before Your Appointment Research the clinic and practitioner and check reviews Confirm the practitioner is registered with a PSA-accredited register - follow the link and enter the practitioners surname Check their professional qualifications (GMC, NMC, GDC, GPhC) - follow the link and check the practitioners details If you are considering Botox, you MUST have a face to face consultation with a qualified prescriber (doctor, nurse prescriber, dentist or a prescribing pharmacist) prior to having treatment. Even if a non-qualified person, such a beautician, is doing your injections During Your Consultation Your medical history will be taken, and a consent form provided You'll be informed about expected results and how long they might last Immediate effects post-treatment will be explained Possible complications and their management will be discussed Aftercare instructions and expectations will be clearly communicated Before and after photos should be taken What to Look For in a Reputable Clinic The clinic is clean, professional, and well-maintained The treatment room provides a private, comfortable environment with adequate lighting and a proper treatment couch Hand washing and sanitizing stations are available Staff wear appropriate PPE (gloves) for your safety Surfaces and equipment are properly disinfected between clients Sharp waste is disposed of safely and correctly Regarding Products and Equipment Unopened products should be shown before treatment, with the brand and LOT number. Take a photo for future reference, should you later see another clinician You can check that the product is an MHRA regulated product here During Your Treatment
Daily Record
14-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
This Morning guest says 'I had Botox in someone's living room and almost died'
Lynsey Wanless was one of three guests on Monday's episode of the ITV daytime TV show, which highlighted the rise of 'cosmetic cowboys' This Morning hosts chat to twin beauty influencers and their mum A woman has recounted the harrowing experience of being hospitalised after receiving 'fake Botox' injections. On the (July 14) edition of This Morning, three women were invited to discuss their personal experiences and the harsh realities of botched cosmetic procedures. Lynsey Wanless was among the guests, where she shared that she felt her "body shutting down" a mere nine days following the reversal of the injections. Before appearing on the programme, she openly expressed: "I went to get botox in someone's house, I've had it before so I didn't think it would be an issue." She continued by saying: "I had no idea anti-wrinkle treatments could be dangerous but nine days later I was in hospital. I felt like my body was shutting down and I couldn't breathe. This has ruined my life," reports the Mirror. A survey conducted by This Morning revealed that half of the women who have had non-surgical cosmetic procedures sought medical help afterwards, with 15% requiring hospitalisation or A&E services. The show used these statistics to highlight the dangers posed by 'cosmetic cowboys' within the booming aesthetics sector, aiming to educate viewers on what to watch out for when considering such treatments. The study also discovered that many cosmetic treatments took place in non-medical environments such as living rooms or kitchens, and that half of the time, the procedures were not performed by medically trained professionals. Discussing the alarming findings, This Morning's resident GP Dr Zoe Williams expressed her concern: "I was shocked by the results of our This Morning survey. I understand that cosmetic procedures are highly attractive and a low price tag is incredibly tempting but I urge our viewers to be vigilant, advocate for themselves and ask questions to ensure the treatments they are receiving are safe." She further advised: "As an absolute minimum you should have evidence that the person is appropriately qualified and if injectables are being used, knowledge of who has prescribed them." This Morning regular Ashley James will share her personal experiences on Tuesday, July 15, revealing: "There's so much shame and secrecy surrounding non-surgical cosmetic procedures, and yet so many people – especially women – are having them, whether they admit it or not." Ashley also reflected on her own awareness, saying: "This Morning's investigation made me realise that I'd never thought to check whether anyone giving me botox was medically qualified, or whether the products being used were licensed in the UK. I'd just assumed they were. That's frightening. I wish I'd known more about the risks from the start, and I know I'm not alone." In the upcoming discussions on the programme, viewers can expect to receive practical advice and guidance from Save Face, an organisation that maintains a Government-approved register of accredited practitioners.
Wales Online
14-07-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
ITV This Morning exposes dangers of 'cosmetic cowboys' after guest hospitalised from botched Botox
ITV This Morning exposes dangers of 'cosmetic cowboys' after guest hospitalised from botched Botox This Morning guest Lynsey Wanless has spoken out about the dangers of 'cosmetic cowboys' after she was rushed to hospital when a 'fake Botox' injection left her unable to breathe A woman has recounted the harrowing experience of being rushed to hospital after receiving 'fake Botox' injections. On the episode of This Morning aired on Monday (July 14), viewers heard from three guests who shared their troubling experiences with botched cosmetic procedures. In a striking revelation, Lynsey Wanless expressed how she felt her "body shutting down" merely nine days post-reversal of the injections. Ahead of the show, she disclosed: "I went to get botox in someone's house, I've had it before so I didn't think it would be an issue." She elaborated further: "I had no idea anti-wrinkle treatments could be dangerous but nine days later I was in hospital. I felt like my body was shutting down and I couldn't breathe. This has ruined my life," reports the Mirror. Three women appeared on This Morning to share their real-life stories and the reality of botched procedures (Image: ITV ) Article continues below A survey brought to light by This Morning demonstrated that half of the women who have partaken in non-surgical cosmetic enhancements sought medical help after their procedures, with a worrying 15% requiring hospitalisation or emergency services. The talk show focused on these alarming statistics to enhance viewer knowledge about the surge of unqualified practitioners in the booming aesthetics sector and provided advice on what to watch out for when considering such treatments. The inquiries revealed that an alarming amount of these aesthetic treatments took place in informal environments such as someone's living room or kitchen. Moreover, respondents indicated that half of the time these services were not performed by medically trained professionals. Discussing the startling findings, This Morning's resident GP Dr Zoe Williams expressed her concern: "I was shocked by the results of our This Morning survey. I understand that cosmetic procedures are highly attractive and a low price tag is incredibly tempting but I urge our viewers to be vigilant, advocate for themselves and ask questions to ensure the treatments they are receiving are safe." This Morning's GP Dr Zoe Williams was left 'shocked' by the results on the This Morning survey (Image: ITV ) She further advised: "As an absolute minimum you should have evidence that the person is appropriately qualified and if injectables are being used, knowledge of who has prescribed them." On Tuesday, July 15, This Morning regular Ashley James will share her personal experiences. She said: "There's so much shame and secrecy surrounding non-surgical cosmetic procedures, and yet so many people – especially women – are having them, whether they admit it or not. "This Morning's investigation made me realise that I'd never thought to check whether anyone giving me botox was medically qualified, or whether the products being used were licensed in the UK. I'd just assumed they were. That's frightening. I wish I'd known more about the risks from the start, and I know I'm not alone." In the upcoming discussions on the programme, viewers will also receive valuable advice and information from Save Face, who manage a Government-approved register to help locate accredited practitioners. Article continues below This Morning is on ITV1 weekdays at 10am and ITVX
Daily Mirror
14-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
‘I had Botox and nine days later I couldn't breathe'
ITV's This Morning aired a segment on Botox and one woman admitted that she felt her 'body shutting down' just nine days after receiving 'fake Botox' A woman has opened up on the terrifying moment she was rushed to hospital after being injected with 'fake Botox'. During Monday's (July 14) episode of This Morning, three guests appeared on the daytime show to share their real-life stories and the reality of botched procedures. Among them was Lynsey Wanless, who admitted that she felt her 'body shutting down' just nine days after reversing the injections. Ahead of the show she candidly opened up and said: "I went to get botox in someone's house, I've had it before so I didn't think it would be an issue.' She added: 'I had no idea anti-wrinkle treatments could be dangerous but nine days later I was in hospital. I felt like my body was shutting down and I couldn't breathe. This has ruined my life." A This Morning survey has shown that half of women who have undergone non-surgical cosmetic procedures required medical assistance afterwards, and 15% ended up in hospital or A&E. Highlighting the findings on This Morning, the research aims to raise awareness of the rise of 'cosmetic cowboys' in the rapidly-growing aesthetics industry and what viewers should look out for if undergoing treatments themselves. The investigation found that half the cosmetic procedures happened in non-clinical settings including living rooms or kitchens. Respondents also said half of aesthetic procedures were not carried out by someone medically qualified. Speaking on the shocking results, This Morning's GP Dr Zoe Williams said: 'I was shocked by the results of our This Morning survey. I understand that cosmetic procedures are highly attractive and a low price tag is incredibly tempting but I urge our viewers to be vigilant, advocate for themselves and ask questions to ensure the treatments they are receiving are safe." She added: 'As an absolute minimum you should have evidence that the person is appropriately qualified and if injectables are being used, knowledge of who has prescribed them.' On Tuesday, July 15, This Morning regular, Ashley James, will also candidly open up her own experience and says: 'There's so much shame and secrecy surrounding non-surgical cosmetic procedures, and yet so many people – especially women – are having them, whether they admit it or not. 'This Morning's investigation made me realise that I'd never thought to check whether anyone giving me botox was medically qualified, or whether the products being used were licensed in the UK. I'd just assumed they were. That's frightening. I wish I'd known more about the risks from the start, and I know I'm not alone.' During the discussions on the show over the next couple of days, viewers will hear practical advice and guidance from Save Face, who operate a Government-approved register to find accredited practitioners.
