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NHS ‘saving billions’ by recruiting overseas healthcare workforce
An international nursing body has again called for the UK and other wealthy countries to take on “shared responsibility” for the costs of international nursing recruitment. NHS ‘saving billions’ by recruiting overseas healthcare workforce appeared first on Nursing Times.
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Nurse unions call for vital NHS pay talks after disappointing pay rise
Health unions have called on the government to improve on its “inadequate” pay rise for NHS staff by entering into direct talks with them, and providing significant extra funding for NHS pay reforms. Nurse unions call for vital NHS pay talks after disappointing pay rise appeared first on Nursing Times.
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University partners with ICB cluster to boost nurse learning and research
A higher education institution in the Midlands has formed a partnership with its regional NHS commissioning bodies to further education, training and research opportunities for nurses. Nottingham Trent University has signed a ‘letter of intent’ with the newly formed integrated care board (ICB) cluster for… University partners with ICB cluster to boost nurse learning and research appeared first on Nursing Times.
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NMC clarifies role of Advanced Practitioners as BMA calls for views on medical substitution
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has clarified the welcome and vital role played by Advanced Practitioners across health and social care – in response to
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New funding for social work study
March 17, 2026 12:18 PM
Up to £994,000 will be available in three new funds to support study for practice educators, mental health officers and new social workers in local authorities in the coming year. The SSSC will administer the funds on behalf of the Scottish Government.
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Welcoming the National Social Work Agency
March 17, 2026 12:16 PM
The National Social Work Agency officially launched on World Social Work Day 2026. SSSC Chief Executive, Maree Allison, looks forward to working together.
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A new framework for all social workers
March 17, 2026 12:01 PM
SSSC Director of Workforce, Education and Standards, Laura Lamb, welcomes the publication of Valuing Practice: Scotland’s Framework for Social Work Education and Learning on World Social Work Day.
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Porthcawl Care Home Residents Strike a Happy Chord
March 17, 2026 11:54 AM
To mark International Day of Happiness, residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Albert Edward Prince of Wales Court, in Porthcawl, picked up their guitars and... Porthcawl Care Home Residents Strike a Happy Chord appeared first on The Carer.
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Alice Court Care Home Welcomes Eastbourne Community for Circus Themed Grand Opening
March 17, 2026 11:27 AM
Alice Court Care Home in Eastbourne recently welcomed the local community for a circus themed open day. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as guests... Alice Court Care Home Welcomes Eastbourne Community for Circus Themed Grand Opening appeared first on The Carer.
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Back to the Classroom: Centenarian Revisits School She Left at Start of WWII
March 17, 2026 11:16 AM
A 100-year-old has returned to her old school – for the first time since the outbreak of WWII. Maureen Smith visited Tolworth Girls’ School &... Back to the Classroom: Centenarian Revisits School She Left at Start of WWII appeared first on The Carer.
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Scotland’s Care Bed Supply To Be In Circa 30,000 Deficit By 2036, Reveals Christie & Co Report
March 17, 2026 11:04 AM
Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has launched its ‘Scottish Healthcare Market Review 2026’ report, which analyses the supply and demand for new build... Scotland’s Care Bed Supply To Be In Circa 30,000 Deficit By 2036, Reveals Christie & Co Report appeared first on The Carer.
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Holi Celebrations and Iftar Dinners: Religious Diversity at Kailash Manor
March 17, 2026 10:50 AM
TLC’s Kailash Manor care home in Hatch End celebrated the Hindu festival of Holi which took place on Wednesday 4th March. Holi is celebrated as... Holi Celebrations and Iftar Dinners: Religious Diversity at Kailash Manor appeared first on The Carer.
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