UK ramps up efforts to become a global first choice for clinical trials

By Liz Wells 13 January 2026

The UK is ramping up efforts to become a global first choice for clinical trials, as new figures show a sharp rise in activity in 2025, with further changes set to help companies get studies up and...

Royal College of Midwives backs whole-system approach to maternity safety

By Lee Peart 13 January 2026

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed a new Maternity Care Bundle published by NHS England, aimed at improving maternity safety, reducing maternal deaths and serious illness, and tacklin...

Hospital recognised for improvements in surgery and emergency services

By Lee Peart 09 January 2026

The CQC has recognised improvements in surgery and emergency services at The Hillingdon Hospital in west London but added more work was needed.

Pain and anxiety medicines to carry addiction warnings

By Lee Peart 09 January 2026

Pain, anxiety and insomnia medicines are to carry out addiction warnings following a review by the MHRA.

Consistent approach needed on evaluating delayed discharge initiatives, says auditor

By Lee Peart 08 January 2026

A consistent approach is needed on evaluating and reporting on initiatives to improve delayed discharges, according to a new report.

Hospital's maternity services upgraded by CQC

By Lee Peart 07 January 2026

Maternity services at Harrogate District Hospital (HFDT) have been upgraded from requires improvement to good by the CQC following a July 2025 inspection.

Report reveals surgeon harmed up to 100 children

By Lee Peart 05 January 2026

Up to 100 children were harmed by a surgeon under investigation at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Government plans to boost access to drug overdose medication

By Liz Wells 02 January 2026

The government has launched a 10-week consultation on its plans to expand access to the life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses.

MHRA launches call for evidence on AI regulation

By Lee Peart 19 December 2025

Members of the public, clinicians, industry and healthcare providers are being asked for their views on how AI in healthcare should be regulated.

'Deep concerns' over fitness to practise case delays

By Lee Peart 18 December 2025

Deep concerns have been voiced by the Medical Defence Union (MDU) over the time taken to conclude fitness to practise cases.

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frederica-diamanta

Assistant Director Strategy, Commissioning and Supply Management

up to £113,000

East Sussexup to £113,000

RECRUITER: East Sussex County Council

Director for Public Health

£108,015 – £118,680 pa

Dudley, West Midlands£108,015 – £118,680 pa

RECRUITER: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Children's Commissioning Compliance Assistant

£25,989

North East Lincolnshire£25,989

RECRUITER: North East Lincolnshire Council

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