Consistent approach needed on evaluating delayed discharge initiatives, says auditor

Consistent approach needed on evaluating delayed discharge initiatives, says auditor

By Lee Peart 08 January 2026

A consistent approach is needed on evaluating and reporting on initiatives to improve delayed discharges, according to a new report.

Hospital eviction shows 'broken discharge system', says DHSC

By Lee Peart 10 February 2025

The eviction of a 35-year-old who spent 18 months at Northampton General Hospital shows a ‘broken NHS discharge system’, the DHSC has said.

Trust initiative cuts time frail and elderly need to spend in hospital

By Lee Peart 23 October 2024

A new service has been launched to help the cut time frail and elderly people need to spend in hospital.

Delayed discharge up 15% on pre-Covid levels

By Lee Peart 20 May 2024

An internal NHS review has found the number of people stuck in hospital more than three weeks is up by over 15% pre-pandemic levels.