Planning activities during school holidays while managing your leave entitlement can be both challenging and rewarding — especially for Filipino nurses working in the UK. Whether you’re in the NHS, community nursing, or private hospitals, annual leave often isn’t enough to cover all the school breaks your children have, which makes careful planning even more important.

My journey began in a field far from cameras and storytelling. I was once a Medical Technologist, working in a hospital laboratory—specifically in the Blood Bank—for quite some time. Alongside my profession, I was also a hobbyist photographer and videographer. Life took a new direction when my wife brought me to the UK, but my passion for capturing moments had already been growing long before that move.

When Mary Joahnna-Carmelle Cruz, a theatre nurse in Reading, pursued photography, she wasn’t just seeking a hobby — she was searching for connection. Finding no local group for Filipino photographers in the UK, she started one herself. What began as a simple idea has grown into a thriving community of over 330 members, united by their shared love for photography.

September in the UK is more than just the start of autumn and a new school term — it’s also an important month for raising awareness around mental health and wellbeing. With changing routines, shorter days on the horizon, and a shift in seasonal energy, it’s a natural time to pause, reflect, and prioritise mental wellness.

Many Filipinos aiming to reach the UK have fallen victim to fraudsters. we have created a guide STOP you from being scammed.

Hope is a funny word for OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) like me. We are told that being breadwinners of our family and sending back...