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'Social care reform caught in political catch-22,' report finds

By Lee Peart 02 March 2026

Social care reform is caught in a political catch-22 with Government frightened to tackle the issue, according to a new report.

NICE

NICE recommends leadless cardiac pacemakers

By Liz Wells 27 February 2026

NICE has issued final guidance recommending leadless cardiac pacemakers as the standard of care for people with slow heart rhythms (bradyarrhythmias), which affects more than 2 million people in th...

DIGITAL

Public backs providers using AI in ear and hearing health care

By Liz Wells 27 February 2026

There is a strong public appetite for local healthcare providers to use AI in ear and hearing health, new research reveals.

WORKFORCE

RCN demands urgent action from Welsh Government on nursing pay progression

By Liz Wells 27 February 2026

The RCN Wales Board is calling for the Welsh Government to act immediately to improve pay progression for nursing staff, warning that the country risks falling behind the rest of the UK.

MENTAL HEALTH

'Disconnect' found in specialist diabetes care for adults with mental health problems

By Lee Peart 27 February 2026

A ‘disconnect’ between mental health and specialist diabetes services has been identified in a new report by the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB).

PREVENTION

City of York Council set to expand smoke control area to improve air quality

By Liz Wells 27 February 2026

City of York Council is set to expand its Smoke Control Area (SCA) to cover the entire city, in a major step towards cleaner air and healthier communities.

REGULATION

Maternity services upgraded from requires improvement to good

By Lee Peart 27 February 2026

Maternity services at Worthing Hospital have been upgraded from requires improvement to good by the CQC.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Councils and ICB strengthen health and social care partnership

By Lee Peart 27 February 2026

A formal agreement to provide joined-up health and social care services in Lancashire and South Cumbria has been announced.

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

Scottish Government funding aims to strengthen emergency response

By Liz Wells 27 February 2026

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has announced a £2.5m investment to improve community capacity to respond to cardiac arrests through the purchase of up to 1,250 additional defibrillators ove...

REGULATION