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  • 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

  • NHS needs complaints handling revolution

    An independent report out today chaired by Rt. Hon Ann Clwyd MP and Professor Tricia Hart calls for a revolution in the way in which the NHS handles complaints.

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

  • CMO and health leaders urge at risk groups to fight flu this season

    The Chief Medical Officer, PHE and NHS England urge people who are most at risk of flu to get vaccinated, to protect themselves this winter.

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  • Future of primary care

    Future of primary care.

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

  • Ten million pound cash boost to improve the health of homeless people

    Fifty two projects have been awarded a share of £10 million to ensure homeless people receive better help once they leave hospital, Public Health Minister Anna Soubry announced today.

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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 17 July 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on the Italian Prime Minister's visit, arms sales and the NHS.

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

  • Press briefing: morning 16 July 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on Trident, Lynton Crosby, ministerial interests and the NHS.

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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

  • Focusing on the fundamentals

    On the 65th birthday of the NHS, Mary Agnew reflects on the importance of getting the fundamentals of care right.

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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

  • Department of Health seeks members for Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens

    The Department of Health wants to appoint 5 new members for the Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens (ACDP).

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

  • Partners issue joint statement 2 years after Winterbourne View

    The Department of Health, NHS England, Local Government Association, Association of Directors of Adult Social Services, Care Quality Commission and the National Forum of People with Learning Disabilities have issued a statem…

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

  • Norman Lamb highlights role of health and wellbeing boards in reforming care following Winterbourne View

    The Care and Support Minister has written to the chairs of health and wellbeing boards.

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

  • New measures unveiled to protect people if care providers fail

    New measures were announced today to protect people who rely on care services in the event their care home or service provider goes into administration.

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

  • Soldiers urged to check their 'kit'

    Soldiers are being reminded to check personal 'equipment' as part of a new Army campaign to raise awareness of male-specific diseases.

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

  • Recommendations to protect people who choose cosmetic surgery

    An independent review of cosmetic surgery recommends better regulation, better training and proper redress if things go wrong.

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

  • Government publishes initial response to the Mid Staffordshire NHS Public Inquiry Report

    In response to the Francis report, government is launching plans to ensure that patients are always put first and people are treated with respect.

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

  • Updated NHS Constitution published

    An updated NHS Constitution has been published following a consultation that sought views on a number of proposed changes.

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

  • Proposed terms of reference for the NHS complaints system review

    A review aimed at ensuring that all hospitals listen to and act upon the concerns of patients has been launched.

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