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  • Secretary of State: foreword to Mid Staffordshire inquiry response

    Jeremy Hunt talks about learning lessons of Mid Staffordshire and the importance of building a culture of compassionate care.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Francis report on Mid Staffs: government accepts recommendations

    Plans announced to make the NHS more open, more accountable and more focused on safety and compassion.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Press briefing: morning 12 November 2013

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on the Cabinet agenda and Lynton Crosby.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Interactive map comparing adult social care services launched

    Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework (ASCOF) data is being presented in a map that allows people to find out more about care services.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Homecare survey generates ideas to help improve services

    Joint homecare survey by Department of Health and Guardian Social Care Network prompts new ideas for improving homecare.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 'Ending 15-minute care': Department of Health response

    Department of Health’s response to Leonard Cheshire Disability’s campaign about its report 'Ending 15-minute Care'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Care Minister announces proposals to deal with rushed care visits

    Tougher checks may be introduced to help clamp down on rushed home care visits Care and Support Minister Norman Lamb will announce today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Review of home care commissioning published

    Home care commissioning practices by local authorities must protect older people’s human rights, says Equality and Human Rights Commission review.

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  • Government strengthens health regulator’s independence

    The Care Quality Commission is to be given greater independence so it can act fearlessly as the nation’s chief whistleblower on health.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • More than 5,000 patients carry out hospital inspections

    Patient-led hospital inspections to improve food, cleanliness and dignity sees every eligible trust taking part in the voluntary programme.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Prime Minister announces £500 million to relieve pressures on A&E

    A&E departments will benefit from an additional £500 million over the next 2 years to ensure they are fully prepared for winter.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Global expert publishes world-leading safety plan for NHS

    Patients will have confidence in a safe NHS and staff will be supported to make safe care the priority

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Press briefing: morning 15 July 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on, among other topics, the Cabinet, Samantha Cameron, the Keogh report and Twitter.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Opening up debate on safe and compassionate healthcare

    Mary Agnew opens up debate, offers insight and personal reflections as she takes forward the findings of the Francis report into Mid Staffs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Press briefing: morning 25 June 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on Cabinet, immigration, marriage tax breaks and hacking/Leveson.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Inaugural conference highlights key role of nurses and midwives in improving health and wellbeing

    Dealing with the health care challenges of the 21st century means new ways of working for all health care professionals to help people live in the best health possible for as long as possible.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Report highlights growing need to improve end of life care for minority ethnic groups

    A PHE-commissioned report highlights the growing need to make end of life care more accessible and appropriate for minority ethnic groups.

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  • Press briefing: morning 19 June 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on food labelling, Care Quality Commission and banking.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Dan Poulter's letter on private company representatives on maternity wards

    Health Minister Dr Daniel Poulter’s letter regarding people’s experiences with Bounty representatives.

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  • Supporting registered managers to build compassion in care homes

    Jon Rouse writes in response to the BBC's Panorama programme 'Elderly Care: Condition Critical'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government