Top FT challenges CCG over ‘unsafe’ urgent care procurement
A leading foundation trust rated outstanding has accused one of its commissioners of a potentially “unsafe and unsustainable” procurement, and … Read more
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HSJ Exclusive: New national savings drive will ‘challenge the values’ of NHS leaders
Closing wards and services, blocking choice of private providers, systematically extending waiting times, and stopping some treatments are all being … Read more
Campaigners prepare to fight health bosses over plans for South Tyneside District Hospital Read
Campaigners are gearing up for the next round in their fight against plans which will shape future health care in … Read more
NHS in North East at breaking point says senior doctor ahead of crucial Commons meeting
One of the North East’s top health officials is meeting with MPs to discuss what he describes as the NHS … Read more
CCG planning for single £340m MCP contract
The All Together Better Sunderland multispecialty community provider model brings together health services, social care and the voluntary sector to … Read more
CCG planning for single £340m MCP contract
A leading vanguard project is planning to draw up a £340m contract to get a single provider to run its … Read more
Council urges NHS to listen to local views on Rothbury hospital
Northumberland County Council is urging NHS decision-makers to listen to local views over the future of Rothbury Community Hospital. A … Read more
What will health and social care be like in 2021?
With no changes, the deficit in health funding in the North East could be £641million – or £904million including social … Read more
Protesters to march against £641m NHS savings across the North East
Health protesters are set to march against plans that will see £641m lost from the North East’s NHS services over … Read more
Speak up to save hospital services, campaigners urge the public
Campaigners are urging people to speak up and oppose draft plans which could change the future health care in South … Read more