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Selina Swift
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Freelance Deputy Foreign News Editor, Sky News
London
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Biography
News Editor at Sky News.
Political Economy Politics Foreign PolicySecurity
tooele county government, grantsville city government, tooele county schools
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By Shamaan Freeman-Powell Verified, Selina Swift| Sky News Verified Once upon a time, not that long ago, finding books written by black authors could be challenging - often tucked away in a dark dusty corner, under a section titled "BAME". "You kind of crawl to the back of the major shop, down a secret tunnel, pass the cobwebs, go through some sort of initiation to find the black section," joked bookseller Carolyn Bane.
By Selina Swift| Sky News Verified Thousands of people are being forced to travel tens or even hundreds of miles to access mental health treatment on the NHS - because beds are not available locally. In May alone, there were 575 "inappropriate out of area mental health placements" in England. More than three-fifths of patients (62%) had to travel over 60 miles from home, according to analysis of the latest data from NHS Digital by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Young people sent hundreds of miles from home for mental health treatment - with deadly consequences
By Katie Barnfield Verified, Megan Baynes Verified, Selina Swift| Sky News Verified Children and young people are being sent hundreds of miles away from home for mental health treatment - with sometimes deadly consequences - despite a government pledge to end these placements by the end of last year. Two months ago, 20-year-old Lauren Bridges took her own life. She was alone in a mental health hospital 250 miles away from her family. The move was meant to be temporary, but when she died she had been there for nine months. "Soon as I saw the phone ring, I knew.
Company Info
Sky News
Sky News is a British free-to-air television news channel that provides 24-hour news coverage. Launched on February 5, 1989, it was the UK's first continuous news broadcaster, offering real-time updates on breaking news, political events, and global happenings. The channel is known for its high-definition broadcasting, which began in 2006, enhancing the viewing experience for audiences. Sky News operates in over 120 countries and offers various digital platforms, including live streaming and mobile apps, to complement its television broadcasts. The channel features specialized programming that includes political analysis, investigative journalism, and live event coverage. It relies on sponsorships for funding rather than traditional advertising, maintaining a commitment to impartiality and journalistic quality.
England, United Kingdom