Articles by Liz Wells
Scottish government set to invest £531m in general practice
By Liz Wells 29 October 2025
The Scottish Government plans to invest an additional £531m in general practice over the next three years to support recruitment.
NHS AI trial to diagnose prostate cancer faster
By Liz Wells 28 October 2025
The NHS will test an AI-powered 'one-day diagnostics' service for prostate cancer that could save some men up to a month of waiting.
Midlands trust first to use virtual reality technology in spinal surgery
By Liz Wells 28 October 2025
Surgeons at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) have become the first in the UK to use new virtual reality technology during spinal surgery.
Coventry and Warwickshire NHS launches new sustainability plan
By Liz Wells 28 October 2025
Coventry and Warwickshire ICS has unveiled its refreshed Green Plan (2025-2028),setting out an ambitious vision to make local health and care more sustainable, resilient, and environmentally respon...
Five convictions in £300k NHS fraud case
By Liz Wells 28 October 2025
A former NHS credit controller has been convicted of fraud and five others of money laundering, following an investigation by NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA).
Restless for change
By Liz Wells 27 October 2025
Speakers, exhibitors and visitors at this year’s HETT show in London expressed a desire for policy, commitment, and innovation to bring about transformative change.
NHS hospitals trial 15-minute blood test for life-threatening conditions in children
By Liz Wells 27 October 2025
A 15-minute blood test, which can fast-track the diagnosis of children with potentially life-threatening conditions, is being trialled by the NHS this winter.
Swansea Bay health workers secure back pay deal
By Liz Wells 27 October 2025
Swansea Bay University Health Board has agreed a deal to settle a long-running dispute with more than 1,000 healthcare support workers.
RCN reports surge in members facing racist abuse
By Liz Wells 27 October 2025
The RCN has reported a 55% increase in racism complaints from its members in three years, with its advice line receiving three calls a day from global majority nursing staff from across the UK.
North East trust appoints new interim chair
By Liz Wells 27 October 2025
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) has appointed Alison Marshall as interim chair.
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