Scotland's GPs see increase in access to care

Scotland's GPs see increase in access to care

By Liz Wells 05 November 2025

GPs in Scotland have seen an increase in the number of times people accessing care at surgeries.

Scotland's drug-checking pilot moves forward

By Liz Wells 20 October 2025

The University of Dundee has agreed to host Scotland’s first national testing and research laboratory for drug-checking, boosting efforts to cut drug-related harm and save lives.

Members appointed to NHS Golden Jubilee board

By Liz Wells 17 October 2025

David McClelland and Steve Plummer have been appointed as members of the NHS Golden Jubilee board.

Strike ballot planned for resident doctors in Scotland

By Liz Wells 14 October 2025

BMA Scotland is planning to ballot its resident doctor members on strike action after the Scottish Government ‘U-turned on a crucial commitment on pay’.

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Scotland's GP workforce increases

By Liz Wells 27 August 2025

The number of whole time equivalent GPs in Scotland has increased by 4% in the past year to 3,591.5, new data reveals.

Risk of dying from cancer at lowest on record in Scotland

By Liz Wells 19 August 2025

The risk of dying from cancer for people living in Scotland is at the lowest on record, new figures reveal.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran chief executive stepping down

By Liz Wells 15 August 2025

NHS Ayrshire & Arran has confirmed that its chief executive, Claire Burden, will be stepping down from her position to take time out and pursue further academic study.

The drugs laws don't work

By Liz Wells 23 June 2025

The Scottish Government is not ruling out any measure that could help halt the rising number of people dying through drug misuse

Outpatient waits over two years hit record levels in Scotland

By Lee Peart 30 May 2025

The number of people waiting two years for an outpatient appointment in Scotland has hit record levels.

Midwives and maternity care assistants in Scotland accept pay offer

By Liz Wells 14 May 2025

Midwives and maternity care assistants working in the NHS in Scotland have voted to accept a two-year pay offer of just over 8%.

Assisted dying bill passes first stage in Scotland

By Liz Wells 14 May 2025

Plans to legalise assisted dying in Scotland have passed the first stage after MSPs voted in favour of the bill.

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frederica-diamanta

Assistant Director of Family Services & Strategic Partnerships

£97,632 - £108,033

North Northamptonshire£97,632 - £108,033

RECRUITER: North Northamptonshire Council

Assistant Director – Education, SEND and Inclusion

£97,632 - £108,033

North Northamptonshire£97,632 - £108,033

RECRUITER: North Northamptonshire Council

Director of Public Health

£123,000 - £139,000 plus up to £10,000 relocation expenses

Brighton, East Sussex£123,000 - £139,000 plus up to £10,000 relocation expenses

RECRUITER: Brighton & Hove City Council