Cut NHS red tape and boost productivity to prevent 20,000 early deaths a year in England, report urges
Research by the Health Foundation found the health service has been held back for decades by excessive regulation, short-term planning and insufficient capability to deliver major change. But rewiring the NHS , the…
Read more
NHS to expand ‘life-saving’ Martha’s Rule to all A&Es
The initiative will see patients, loved ones and staff in busy emergency departments able to call a dedicated Martha’s Rule phone number to trigger an urgent review if a patient’s condition is deteriorating and they are…
Read more
Healthcare in Africa ‘under growing strain’ after US withdrawal from aid programs, report warns
The report says the Trump administration's cuts to programs such as US Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Covid-19 pandemic and rising costs of living globally have brought "new urgency" for the…
Read more
Lindsay Clancy’s defense lawyer asks judge to investigate lone juror
In a motion filed Friday but made public Monday, Clancy's lawyers asked the court to question the juror about his alleged use of a cellphone during deliberations, his truthfulness on a questionnaire that prospective…
Read more
Borders College Celebrates its 2026 Graduation Ceremony
The much-anticipated event took place this month at the Borders Events Centre in Kelso. Having worked incredibly hard to complete their courses, it was time to recognise and celebrate the accomplishments and successes of…
Read more
Lucy Letby, the NHS and the rise of managerialism | Letters
Like so many of our current woes, the rise of managerialism can be traced back to the public service reforms of the Thatcher governments in the 1980s, and the mantra of "management's right to manage". As professionals…
Read more
Students urged to prepare for work from day one as graduate vacancies hit record low
The warning comes from recruitment and employability expert Jackie Bedford, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the sector and is the Founder and CEO of Step Ahead. Jackie has launched Get the Job You Want…
Read more
Winner of the inaugural IMI Skills Competition Heavy Vehicle Technology announced
Following a series of assessments that tested finalists’ knowledge, technical ability, and problem-solving skills, Monty Gambrell of Motus Commercials Ltd (DAF) secured the top spot. In second place was Jayden Fossett of…
Read more
'Other generations just buried it' - Youths share their mental health concerns
His review was ordered nine months ago by Wes Streeting after the then-health secretary claimed in an interview that young people were over-diagnosed and "written off". The BBC's Catherine Burns spoke to some young…
Read more
New Construction Skills Academy Planned for the West Midlands
The agreement is among the first of its kind in the country and further demonstrates the region’s dedication and leadership in addressing local skills shortages and creating pathways into rewarding careers. It’s one of…
Read more