Resident doctors in England begin ballot for industrial action
If returned with a “yes” vote, a mandate for industrial action would last from July 2025 to January 2026.
Over half of NI medical students plan to leave the country for better pay, survey finds
The findings come from a new survey conducted by BMA Northern Ireland, which painted a concerning picture of a looming workforce crisis in the health service.
Health and care staff unite against discrimination with diversity campaign
The campaign started on World Day for Cultural Diversity and it aims to celebrate diversity in the workforce and stand against discrimination.
GP unemployment crisis set to deepen, BMA warns
Chairs of the Association’s GP committees have written to Wes Streeting to collectively raise their concerns about the growing GP unemployment crisis.
£1bn investment by BioNTech to create up to 400 British jobs
BioNTech will invest in the UK over the course of the next 10 years as part of an ambitious plan to expand their presence in the country.
British Airways fined over £3m following worker injuries at Heathrow
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted the airline after both incidents, which happened during baggage unloading.
Government launches crackdown on fake nurses to boost public safety
The move aims to help to boost protections and safety for both patients and staff, driving up standards and improving patient experience across the NHS through the Government’s Plan for Change.
Government invests £1.8m in NHS care for veterans and serving personnel
A new training programme will ensure NHS staff across the country are supported to meet the unique health needs of veterans, serving personnel and their families.
Optima Health acquires Care first to expand mental health services
The acquisition will see Optima Health bring in around 40 experienced staff and expand its employee assistance programme offering.
GMC approves 36 associate training courses, strengthening healthcare workforce standards
The move means that patients, employers and colleagues can be assured that PAs and AAs have the required knowledge and skills to practise safely once they qualify.
East Midlands tradespeople report better work-life balance
Van drivers in the East Midlands experience less stress and fewer working hours than UK counterparts, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles survey finds.
80% of cancer patients in L&G Return-to-Work Programme make successful comeback
The findings of L&G's Chief Medical Officer (CMO) report underscored the growing impact of technology-led partnerships in managing serious health-related work absences.
