Articles by Liz Wells
GPs managed record number of online requests in October
By Liz Wells 27 November 2025
More than eight million people submitted their GP request online during October 2025, up 21% on September and a 68% increase on last year, new data reveals.
Strike action takes place within Bassetlaw Hospital's ICU
By Liz Wells 27 November 2025
Strike action started within the intensive care unit at Bassetlaw Hospital this morning (27 November) and is due to last until 7:45am on 29 November.
HSSIB highlights 'recurring issues' with EPR systems that can 'create safety risks'
By Liz Wells 27 November 2025
There are 'recurring issues' with the design and implementation of EPR systems that can 'create safety risks', a new report reveals.
Soft drink levy extended to protect children and improve health
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
The government has announced an extension of the soft drinks industry levy to more high-sugar drinks, including milk-based drinks.
Maternity support workers in Wales secure 'fairer' pay deal
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) Cymru is celebrating a deal that will bring pay rises for maternity support workers (MSWs) in Wales.
World-first platform determines whether AI algorithms are fit for NHS use
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
Researchers from across London have developed the first real-world head-to-head testing platform to determine whether commercial AI algorithms are fit for NHS use to detect disease in a fair, equit...
North East London ICB appoints new chief executive
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
NHS North East London ICB has appointed Dr Nnenna Osuji as its new chief executive.
Personalised 'living drug' for aggressive leukaemia to become available on NHS
By Liz Wells 25 November 2025
An immunotherapy for patients with an aggressive form of leukaemia is to be made available on the NHS after 77% of patients went into remission during trials.
Chancellor urged to provide 'hope' for patients and NHS staff in Budget
By Liz Wells 24 November 2025
This week’s Budget must ‘give hope’ that the NHS can be turned around and deliver new investment in nursing to transform care of patients, the RCN says.
GPs urge Streeting to commit to train, recruit and retain numbers needed to deliver safe care
By Liz Wells 24 November 2025
The Royal College of GPs is warning that decades of chronic underfunding have left GP practices struggling to increase their GPs numbers, even as patient numbers grow and need for GP care and servi...
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