Children in England and Wales 'substantially' more at risk of poverty

By Liz Wells 29 January 2025

More than 4 million children in the UK are currently living in poverty, new research reveals.

How feasible is the 18-week elective care target?

By Lee Peart 23 January 2025

The Government’s elective care target to treat 92% of patients within 18 weeks by the end of Parliament is achievable but will be dependent on a significant rise in treatments and how fast referral...

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Government accused of inaction following 'sickening' A&E findings

By Lee Peart 20 January 2025

The Government has been accused of a ‘shocking lack of action’ after research revealed the risk of dying within 30 days of leaving A&E in England more than doubled for people who waited 12 hours co...

NHS England data reveals patients satisfaction levels

By Liz Wells 10 January 2025

More than 95% of adults that attempted to contact their GP practice in the past 28 days were successful, with 77.8% making contact the same day, new date reveals.

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Healthy life expectancy down on pre-pandemic levels, says ONS

By Lee Peart 12 December 2024

Most regions in England have experienced a fall in healthy life expectancy (HLE) compared with the pre-pandemic period, according to the ONS.

Special educational needs funding system 'broken', says IFS

By Lee Peart 10 December 2024

The funding system for pupils with special educational needs (SEND) in England is broken, according to a new report.

Thinktank - More bang for your buck

By Liz Wells 09 December 2024

Restoring NHS productivity to pre-pandemic levels could unlock billions of pounds in funding, the IPPR has said.

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ONS survey shows high satisfaction levels with primary care

By Lee Peart 06 December 2024

An ONS survey has shown high satisfaction levels for GP, dentistry and pharmacy services.

Air pollution reaches 20-year low in England

By Lee Peart 06 December 2024

Air pollution in England has reached a 20-year low in England, according to new analysis.

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Life expectancy still below pre-pandemic levels, ONS reveals

By Lee Peart 05 December 2024

Life expectancy remains below pre-pandemic levels in the vast majority of the UK, the ONS has revealed.

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