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.

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Support Worker

Band C, SCP 5 - 8 (£25,583 - £26,824)

Sandwell, West MidlandsBand C, SCP 5 - 8 (£25,583 - £26,824)

RECRUITER: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Practice Development Lead

PO5 - £52,194 to £55,323

Greenwich, London (Greater)PO5 - £52,194 to £55,323

RECRUITER: Royal Borough of Greenwich

Senior Home Support Assistant

Band D, SCP 9 -17 (£27,254- £31,022 per annum), pro rata

Sandwell, West MidlandsBand D, SCP 9 -17 (£27,254- £31,022 per annum), pro rata

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