Healthcare

Critics Warn UK–US Medicines Deal Risks Reviving Flawed Assumptions on NHS Drug Pricing

An agreement between the UK and US governments to increase the price the NHS pays for medicines is drawing growing criticism from health policy experts, who argue it is based on flawed economic assumptions.

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Greater Manchester ICB Chief Cleared after Whistleblowing Probe Concludes

The chief executive of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board, Mark Fisher, has been cleared to return to his role after an internal whistleblowing investigation found no case for further action.

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Royal Free Trust Faces Criticism over Alleged Transfer of Hospital Workload to GPs

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, has been accused of inappropriately shifting elements of hospital work onto general practitioners in the capital, prompting concern among primary care leaders and policymakers.

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Scrutiny Grows over £300k NHS Exit Package as Ministers Signal Tighter Oversight

Clive Betts, has urged ministers to examine the circumstances surrounding the payment made to Gavin Boyle, the former chief executive of South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.

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NHS England Names New National Clinical Lead for Urgent and Emergency Care

Dr Emma Rowland takes over as the health service works to reduce waiting times and improve patient flow across emergency departments

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Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health Warn Children Are Being Left Behind in NHS Elective Recovery Drive

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Staff Pride in Care Quality Commission Falls to Record Low as Internal Pressures Mount

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