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UK report calls for National Occupational Health Service to support employees

A new UK report urges a national occupational health service to support employees, reduce work-related illness, and ease pressure on the NHS.

Thousands in mental health crisis face days-long waits in A&E, RCN warns

The Royal College of Nursing is calling on the UK Government to invest in nursing to support patients experiencing a mental health crisis.

UK Government pledges 29,000 extra bone scans to improve osteoporosis care

NHS England will benefit from 13 new DEXA scanners to support osteoporosis and provide 29,000 extra scans.

UK and Norway work together on new clean energy partnership

The United Kingdom and Norway have announced a new agreement to accelerate the transition to clean energy, support investment, and boost job creation.

Top tech experts invited to join government fellowship to accelerate AI and digital innovation

The UK government has opened applications for a fellowship programme that hopes to bring together 25 of the country's leading tech minds into public service.

Doctor’s surgery refurbishments set to unlock 8 million extra GP appointments

The UK Government’s Plan for Change aims to deliver 8.3m new GP appointments following surgery refurbishments.

Building sustainable NHS-private sector partnerships: Expanding private patient units and beyond

A fresh drive for partnership between the NHS and the private sector opens the door to greater collaboration. Carly Caton, Partner in the health and life sciences team at UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson, explains how to create lasting partnerships that drive mutual financial, health and innovation benefits.

World-first UK trial launched for fridge-free vaccine

An innovative fridge-free vaccine will enter its first-in-human clinical trial at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Southampton Clinical Research Facility.

UK researchers gain better access to Horizon Europe funding

UK scientists, researchers, and businesses will now benefit from expanded access to Horizon Europe funding calls, specifically for quantum and space research, following the release of the 2025 Horizon Europe Work Programme.

New strategic priorities set out for public sector procurement

The UK Government has issued a new National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS), which came into effect on 24 February 2025 alongside the Procurement Act 2023.

New NHS app reform prevents 1.5 million missed hospital appointments

Millions of patients will gain greater choice and flexibility through a significant update to the NHS app, making it easier to manage their healthcare.

UK government reveals £300 million funding boost for offshore wind

The UK government is investing in its clean Energy by launching a £300 million investment through the publicly-owned Great British Energy to supercharge the country’s offshore wind industry.

NHS to adopt pioneering technology for improved bowel cancer diagnosis

Patients are set to benefit from advanced technology that significantly enhances bowel cancer diagnosis, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.

AI tool could help councils speed up housing development

A new artificial intelligence tool in development could soon help local councils across the UK tackle housing shortages by streamlining the planning process.

UK and New Zealand strengthen defence and trade ties in strategic partnership

The UK and New Zealand hope to strengthen their defence and economic relationship. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for high-level talks in London.

UK boosts carbon credit trading and green finance leadership

The UK government has revealed its new plans to transform the country into a global leader in green finance by improving the voluntary carbon and nature markets.

Wyatt homes secures funding to accelerate housing delivery

A new multi-million-pound funding package will enable Wyatt Homes to expand its residential development operations across South England significantly.

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