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Protest against union busting postponed

By Liz Wells 28 May 2025

A demonstration by Unite members at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, due to be held tomorrow (29 May) against ‘union busting’, has been postponed.

Nursing and Midwifery Council names executive director of people and culture

By Liz Wells 28 May 2025

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has appointed Ravi Chand as its new executive director of people and culture.

Liverpool Hospital lab workers' strike called off after parade incident

By Liz Wells 28 May 2025

A planned strike by workers at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, due to take place on 27 May, was called off after the incident during Liverpool FC's Premier League victory parade.

North East trust selects new chief executive

By Liz Wells 28 May 2025

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Alison Smith as its new chief executive.

NHS Advisory Board for Procurement and Supply appoints new chair

By Liz Wells 26 May 2025

NHS Supply Chain has appointed Joe Harrison as chair of the NHS Advisory Board for Procurement and Supply.

Suffolk and North East Essex ICB appoints interim chief medical officer

By Liz Wells 22 May 2025

Suffolk and North East Essex ICB (SNEE ICB) has appointed Dr Frankie Swords as its chief medical director.

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.