08
Oct 2014
A single national licensing examination for doctors wishing to practise in the UK has been agreed by the General Medical Council. The examination has been structured to provide assurance to patients about the quality and competence of their treating doctor, regardless of the location of that doctor’s training. Chief Executive of the GMC, Niall Dickson,…
01
Oct 2014
It was announced this week that midwives have voted to go on strike and will join other NHS workers in a strike over pay next month. The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) said it was the first time their members have ever been balloted on industrial action and a resounding 82% voted in favour. Other…
01
Oct 2014
Major new study finds statins benefits outweigh diabetes risks Statins lower the level of cholesterol which is produced in the liver, thereby reducing the risk of strokes and heart attacks, and are now the most prescribed drug on the NHS. According to the study, involving 130,000 people and published in the Lancet medical journal, the…
01
Oct 2014
Campaigners say that problems persist with NHS staff speaking out, despite a drive to bring about a more open culture. A key recommendation of the Stafford Hospital scandal public enquiry was the promotion of whistleblowing. Patients First have warned that a “culture of fear” still exists, despite a number of steps being taken in England.…
26
Sep 2014
With effect from 1 October 2014, the following minimum wage rates come into force: The adult rate (for those 21 and over) increases from £6.31 to 6.50 per hour; The rate for 18-20 year olds increases from £5.03 to £5.13; The rate for 16-17 year olds increases from £3.72 to £3.79; The apprentice rate increases…
26
Sep 2014
ACAS have recently published the first set of statistics on early conciliation, since the new regime was introduced in April 2014. Motivated by a desire to reduce the number of claims reaching the Employment Tribunal, a new system of Early Conciliation was introduced on the 6 April 2014. Under the new system, it is now…
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