Articles by Liz Wells
Lib Dems reveal 'stark postcode lottery' for GP appointments
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
One in 10 waits for GP appointment were longer than a month in some areas, with a record 20.5 million waits of at least 28 days or longer last year, new data reveals.
West London Children's Healthcare completes roll out of prescribing safety tech
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
West Middlesex University Hospital has gone live with a clinical decision support technology that has been proven to reduce prescribing errors by an average of 83%.
Government rejects calls for separate nurse pay spine
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
The Government has revealed that it will not pursue a separate pay spine for NHS nursing staff following consultation.
NHS performance improving as high demand continues
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
The total waiting list for procedures and appointments fell to 7.40 million in February, down from 7.43 million in January, the sixth consecutive monthly decline.
NHS given postage class to cut late letters
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
The NHS is set to be given its own Royal Mail postage class to stop late letters leading to missed appointments, reports suggest.
Resident doctors in England re-enter pay dispute
By Liz Wells 10 April 2025
Resident doctors in England have re-entered a pay dispute with the Government, citing key provisions of last year’s agreements that have not been upheld.
Government unveils technology and career path plan to transform social care
By Liz Wells 09 April 2025
Care leaders will be trained to use technology to improve patient care and help people live independently in their own homes for longer.
One million NHS staff to benefit from new support measures
By Liz Wells 09 April 2025
Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streeting, has unveiled a comprehensive support package to tackle violence and improve the working lives of NHS staff.
NICE aims to transform rehabilitation for millions with long-term neurological conditions
By Liz Wells 09 April 2025
NICE has published draft guideline that aims to address 'inconsistent access to vital rehabilitation services' faced by millions of people living with long-term neurological conditions across England.
East of England trust reduces use of private ambulances
By Liz Wells 09 April 2025
East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) has confirmed it is to reduce its use of private ambulance providers.
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