Across more than 150 pages, NHS surgeon and independent peer Lord Darzi sets out in clear, painstaking detail the failings … Read More “NHS reforms may give you a sense of deja-vu”
As the NHS prepares for what is expected to be a challenging winter period, today’s latest performance data shows there … Read More “Busiest ever summer”
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PCNs may resort to cutting ARRS staff if a funding uplift for the scheme is not given, with clinical directors … Read More “PCNs warn of ARRS staff cuts”
The BMA has confirmed that practices will be in breach of their contract if they fail to agree to data … Read More “BMA tells practices they must comply”
The government’s plan to tackle the hospital backlog in England will fail without a fundamental reform in how services work, … Read More “Plan to hit 18-week NHS wait”
The chief executive of the NHS has signed a public pledge to people in the armed forces and their families … Read More “Support armed forces and veterans”
Core Competency #15 – Fire Safety Is aware of policy/operates fire safety procedures and system checks. May ensure basic systems … Read More “My Competencies”
A new digital version of the NHS Health Check will be piloted in selected areas early next year, the Government … Read More “Digital NHS Health Check”
A vaccination programme to protect newborn babies and older people against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is being rolled out in … Read More “Winter virus jab rolled out”