Smoking Cessation, Rooke Care Home, Prison Course, Foodies, Sports

In November 2023, the World Health Organisation estimated that over 8 million people die prematurely yearly from tobacco use. January in full flow, many new year resolutions involve stopping smoking... so what support is there for those wanting to quit? We spoke to Aiden Lane of the GHA's Smoking Cessation Clinic.Mount Alvernia is in the news at the moment, amid concerns about the supply of hot water. But what about The Rooke Care Home? It will be ready for occupation later this year, but - in answer to GBC questions, the Government says a decision for its use has still not been taken. Ros Astengo has been looking at the story.The Ministry of Equality, Employment, Culture and Tourism have launched courses at the prison. These are meant to help increase employability upon release. Eduardo Bergara Aguilar has been delivering courses on Applied Philosophy – we spoke to him about the programme alongside Employment Ministry’s Jolene Gomez. Food glorious food! Some eat to live, but others truly live to eat. A brand new series called 'Foodies' begins on Thursday - following passionate home cooks who find joy in every meal they prepare. From perfecting cherished family recipes to pushing their culinary creativity, these food lovers prove that cooking is more than just a necessity. Producer Colin Pons is the brains behind it.And, Jose Mari Ruiz brought us up to speed with the latest in local sports, including the results from the big hockey games over the weekend.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.