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CQC appoints chief inspector of hospitals

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

Dr Toli Onon has been appointed as the Care Quality Commission's (CQC's) new chief inspector of hospitals.

BREAKING NEWS: Government confirms NHS pay awards for 2025-26

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

NHS staff have been offered pay rises of between 3.6% and 4.5% for 2025-26.

MPs launch inquiry into UV safety

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

A cross-party group of MPs has launched an inquiry into UV safety and protection as the incidence of skin cancers continues to rise.

Scottish Government invests to help older people remain independent

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

The Scottish Government has unveiled plans to more than double the budget for a programme that uses technology in housing to help older people remain independent for longer, from £8.2m to £20.9m.

National Guardian's Office launches new resources

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

The National Guardian's Office has launched two new resources to further support and define the speaking up process in NHS organisations.

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RCP guidance aims to reverse decline in vital clinical research

By Liz Wells 21 May 2025

Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has launched a resource kit to help doctors advocate for research time in their job plans and training programmes, and act against the sharp decline in clinical re...

Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB appoints non-executives

By Liz Wells 21 May 2025

Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB has appointed Stephen Igoe and Stephen Spill as non-executives.

Birmingham Community Healthcare pilots electronic medication monitoring

By Liz Wells 21 May 2025

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has piloted an electronic medication monitoring system at Moseley Hall Hospital.

Shropshire ICS celebrates diversity

By Liz Wells 21 May 2025

Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICS has launched a new campaign that celebrates the diversity of its workforce and communities to mark World Day for Cultural Diversity 2025.

Welsh health board appoints chief medical officer

By Liz Wells 21 May 2025

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board has selected Dr Clara Day as executive medical director.