George Henton

An overwhelming number of teachers in the UK have suffered either physically or mentally because of their jobs, a study has suggested. The research, commissioned by the charity Education Support Partnership, indicated 75% of teaching staff in schools and colleges experienced symptoms stemming from their work. An earlier survey indicated 62% of the working population was affected. Depression, anxiety and panic attacks were among the conditions cited.

Image caption Samantha and David Peace long to become parents About 50,000 women undergo IVF treatment in the UK every year, with just under half receiving funding from the NHS. But soaring costs and budget cuts have made accessing public fertility services increasingly dependent on where you live. After a year of struggling to conceive, Samantha and David Peace from Chelmsford, in Essex, asked doctors for help to start a family.