Office for National Statistics

Drugs To Blame For Biggest Rise In Homeless Deaths Since Records Began

“Behind these statistics are human beings, who like all of us, had talents and ambitions,” Crisis chief says.
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Suicide Rates In UK At Highest Rate For 16 Years

There were a total of 6,507 suicides registered in the UK in 2018.
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Here Are How Many Babies Were Named Corbyn, Boris And Theresa Last Year

Is there a political theme going on?
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Drug Deaths In England And Wales Reach Highest Levels Since Records Began

There were 4,359 deaths from drug poisoning in 2018.
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Anger As Commuters Face Rail Fare Hikes Of More Than £100 A Year

Passengers being forced to "pay more for bad services", Labour says.
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Sajid Javid Not 'Frightened' Of No-Deal After Economy Shrinks For First Time Since 2012

Chancellor says economy will emerge "stronger" after Brexit.
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Brexit Uncertainty Blamed As UK Economy Shrinks For First Time Since 2012

Chancellor repeats pledge to stick to October 31 exit date, as Lib Dems say latest figures prove economic warnings on no-deal Brexit.
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Young Adults 'Half As Likely To Own A Home Now As 20 Years Ago'

Just 11% of people born in 1996 are home-owners, compared with 21% of those born in 1976 who were home-owners at age 22, the Local Government Association (LGA) said.
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2.4 Million Brits In Poverty Despite Having Jobs

A third of people cannot face unexpected expenses.
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Homicides In England And Wales At Highest Level Since 2008

Homicides, which includes murders and manslaughter, have risen by 6%.
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