Workforce
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Helping the helpers: mental health support in the NHS
With funding cuts, long hours and working in stressful environments, it is hardly surprising that over half of NHS workers have suffered from poor mental health.
Union Jack and doctor.
Healthcare and the general election: What you need to know
On 4 July, the government in charge of the country could change. But what do the parties up for election say about healthcare?
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Looking to the future: NHS and technology
As a funding boost has been promised for the NHS to improve their technology, we take a look at how far the service has come since its creation.
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How technology is shifting healthcare demand
Stacey Hayes-Allen, director of corporate partnerships at Arden University, looks at how the drive for digitisation and technological developments – such as AI and automation – are impacting the healthcare sector and shifting the skills in demand.
People at work.
Improving the staff experience
Amanda Heaton, head of Human Resources at Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust explains how the Trust implemented a new way of handling grievances.
Lots of people.
How criminal record checks work in the NHS
Criminal record checks are one of the most important steps to take before employing someone in healthcare, but what do you need to do?
Frameworks
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A framework on non-clinical staffing
The framework, which is part of the NHS Workforce Alliance, runs from 25th April 2023 to 24th April 2027 and is available for all public and third sector organisations.
Frameworks
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A framework for soft facilities management
The RM6331 framework for soft facilities management from Crown Commercial Service started on 20 February 2024 and ends on 19 February 2027.
Facilities Management
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Why clean ventilation is essential in healthcare
Ventilation professionals could help to save thousands of lives by ensuring building occupants are protected from a range of dangerous pollutants according to Graeme Fox, technical director of BESA.
Design and Build
Passivhaus.
Passivhaus: the future of healthcare facilities?
A deep dive into the ultra-low energy buildings and how they are already being used to improve efficiency across the world.

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