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One in four district nurses quit NHS threatening shift to community care

A new report by the Nuffield Trust finds that one in four district nurses left the NHS in the past year, putting plans to shift more care into the community at serious risk.

Brain health plans: Strengthening coordination to address the growing burden of brain disorders

Brain disorders pose a significant global health challenge that demands a strong, united response. To tell us what a unified framework that supports an integrated approach to mental and neurological health looks like, we reached out to the European Brain Council (EBC), a network of key stakeholders in the field of brain health.

55% rise in racist abuse against NHS nurses raises concern over political climate

The Royal College of Nursing reveals a 55 % increase in reports of racist abuse against its members over the past three years, calling for urgent action by employers and politicians.

Major NHS merger announced: NHS Providers and NHS Confederation unite

A new single NHS membership body will form as NHS Providers and the NHS Confederation confirm their merger.

GP practices in Scotland secures £531m boost over three years

GP practices across Scotland will receive more than £531 million in funding over three years to boost staffing, capacity, and patient access, marking the largest investment in primary care the country has ever seen.

Pay for redundancies or risk waiting times rising, NHS leaders warn

NHS Confederation and NHS Providers demand £3 bn in extra funding ahead of the Budget, warning that failure to cover redundancy costs could force service cuts and worsen waiting times.

Resident doctors announce five-day strike as government talks collapse

Resident doctors across England will stage a five-day strike from 14 to 18 November after pay talks with the Government broke down.

14 new NIHR research centres in England to bring cutting-edge treatments to your GP

Discover how 14 new NIHR Primary Care Research Centres across England are making it easier for patients to access innovative clinical trials.

NHS AI trial saves 400,000 hours a month with Microsoft 365 Copilot

NHS staff save 43 minutes daily using AI, freeing 400,000 hours monthly and cutting costs significantly.

59% of doctors forced to treat patients in corridors year-round, RCP warns

A Royal College of Physicians survey finds 59% of UK doctors delivered care in temporary spaces during summer 2025, highlighting that NHS corridor care is now a year-round issue.

NHS estate crisis deepens as maintenance backlog nears £16bn, new report warns

The NHS faces a record £16 billion maintenance backlog, according to new ERIC 2024/25 data.

New guidelines hope to make public canteen meals greener and healthier

Public institutions across Europe, including schools, hospitals, and government offices, have received new guidelines from the Joint Research Centre (JRC) on serving healthier and more sustainable meals.

Children’s weight management costs NHS £340m a year, Oxford study finds

Oxford research reveals that underweight children incur healthcare costs comparable to those with obesity, challenging current health priorities and highlighting the need for comprehensive weight management strategies.

How smarter NHS investment could fix care, fuel growth, and house key workers

A new report from NHS Providers and PA Consulting shows that smarter capital investment could cut waiting times, drive growth, and deliver housing for NHS staff.

Could a four-day work week fix the NHS workforce crisis?

A BMJ article explores whether a four-day working week could ease recruitment challenges, reduce absenteeism, and improve morale in the NHS.

Doctors raise alarm over winter hospital preparedness, RCP survey reveals

A Royal College of Physicians survey of over 550 doctors shows only 10% are confident hospitals can safely manage winter pressures, citing overcrowded emergency departments, staffing shortages, and temporary care measures.

NHS SBS launches £2.5bn framework to modernise public sector IT infrastructure

NHS Shared Business Services unveils a £2.5bn Digital Workplace Solutions framework to overhaul NHS and public sector IT systems.

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