Chancellor urged to tackle soaring cost of clinical negligence claims

Chancellor urged to tackle soaring cost of clinical negligence claims

By Lee Peart 24 November 2025

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been urged to tackle the soaring cost of clinical negligence claims in Wednesday’s Budget.

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Lib Dems warn GPs must be exempt from Budget tax hike as millions struggle to contact their doctor

Lib Dems warn GPs must be exempt from Budget tax hike as millions struggle to contact their doctor

By Liz Wells 16 December 2024

More than 5 million people tried to contact their GP in the past month but failed to get through on the day they called, new research reveals.

Scottish government unveils record investment to support health and social care

By Liz Wells 05 December 2024

The Scottish government Budget for 2025-26 includes £200m to reduce waiting lists and delayed discharge.

Leaders call for action on social care ahead of Autumn Budget

By Lee Peart 30 October 2024

Leaders have called on the chancellor to provide urgent action on social care in today’s Autumn Budget.

Autumn Budget likely to be 'helpful but no NHS game changer', says analyst

By Lee Peart 23 October 2024

A policy analyst has predicted next week’s Autumn Budget will be ‘helpful for the NHS but no game changer’.

NHS figures reveal almost £14bn maintenance backlog

By Lee Peart 17 October 2024

New figures have revealed an almost £14bn in maintenance backlog at NHS buildings and facilities.

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frederica-diamanta

Corporate Director Health and Adult Services

£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

Northallerton, North Yorkshire / Countywide£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

RECRUITER: North Yorkshire Council

Commissioning Assistant WMF2449e

£28,598 - £29,540

Kendal, Cumbria £28,598 - £29,540

RECRUITER: Westmorland and Furness Council

Social Worker (Mental Health) - WMF2451e

£38,220 - £39,152, £42,839 - £44,075

Cumbria / Various£38,220 - £39,152, £42,839 - £44,075

RECRUITER: Westmorland and Furness Council

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