Scotland's drug-checking pilot moves forward
By Liz Wells 20 October 2025
The University of Dundee has agreed to host Scotland’s first national testing and research laboratory for drug-checking, boosting efforts to cut drug-related harm and save lives.
Members appointed to NHS Golden Jubilee board
By Liz Wells 17 October 2025
David McClelland and Steve Plummer have been appointed as members of the NHS Golden Jubilee board.
Strike ballot planned for resident doctors in Scotland
By Liz Wells 14 October 2025
BMA Scotland is planning to ballot its resident doctor members on strike action after the Scottish Government ‘U-turned on a crucial commitment on pay’.
Scotland's GP workforce increases
By Liz Wells 27 August 2025
The number of whole time equivalent GPs in Scotland has increased by 4% in the past year to 3,591.5, new data reveals.
Risk of dying from cancer at lowest on record in Scotland
By Liz Wells 19 August 2025
The risk of dying from cancer for people living in Scotland is at the lowest on record, new figures reveal.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran chief executive stepping down
By Liz Wells 15 August 2025
NHS Ayrshire & Arran has confirmed that its chief executive, Claire Burden, will be stepping down from her position to take time out and pursue further academic study.
The drugs laws don't work
By Liz Wells 23 June 2025
The Scottish Government is not ruling out any measure that could help halt the rising number of people dying through drug misuse
Outpatient waits over two years hit record levels in Scotland
By Lee Peart 30 May 2025
The number of people waiting two years for an outpatient appointment in Scotland has hit record levels.
Midwives and maternity care assistants in Scotland accept pay offer
By Liz Wells 14 May 2025
Midwives and maternity care assistants working in the NHS in Scotland have voted to accept a two-year pay offer of just over 8%.
Assisted dying bill passes first stage in Scotland
By Liz Wells 14 May 2025
Plans to legalise assisted dying in Scotland have passed the first stage after MSPs voted in favour of the bill.
Scotland pharmacy financial deal agreed
By Liz Wells 02 May 2025
Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) has accepted the Scottish Government’s financial offer for the financial year 2025/26.
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