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Sandwell Council have created a powerful video on the importance of reporting a Safeguarding concern.

Stay Safe Film by National Counter Terrorism Security Office

GOV.UK have published the following documentation to give "advice for the public on the steps they can take to keep themselves safe in the rare event of a firearms or weapons attack."

Death from Disadvantage: The Impact of Economic Divides on Suicide - Samaritans

"Some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people are losing their lives in Britain because of the link between levels of deprivation and suicidal behaviour, says the Samaritans new report Dying from Inequality." - Dominic O’Brien, Policy Manager, Samaritans.

What makes a dementia-friendly community? - The Guardian

"What makes a dementia-friendly community? Respect, collaboration and support." - Social Care Network, The Guardian

People with dementia to receive devices to block nuisance calls - The Guardian

"About 1,500 elderly and vulnerable people will get gadgets in first wave of funding for scheme announced by Theresa May." - Jessica Elgot, Political Reporter for The Guardian