GPs in Kent and Medway secure £10m PCN contract

Shoring up a sustainable energy source to replace antiquated boilers requires measured risk. We’re lucky enough to be co-located next to a beautiful park that could provide the answer for us at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. And we’re taking a chance to explore whether a ground source heat pump could be viable - working with care and respect towards Ladywell Fields hoping that nature and technology can work together to create a more sustainable Lewisham. Thanks to Lewisham Council for supporting us so far.

Up to a third of GPs in the country are doing ‘phenomenally impressive’ collaborative work despite delays to neighbourhood contracts, NHS England has said. Link in comments for the full story.

North Somerset and Bristol also provide our evidence-based programme, INTENT to secondary schools too. Perfect in combination with the brilliant cessation work already happening via North Bristol NHS Trust. https://lnkd.in/erAMS33h

The federal government will soon launch formal consultations on the second iteration of the national housing strategy: NHS 2.0. In fact, they are receiving recommendations from CHRA and other interested groups. Check out the blog to hear CHRA Executive Director Ray Sullivan's reflections on the National Housing Strategy so far, and what we need to see in NHS 2.0. https://lnkd.in/gw_X8B2W

We're delighted to share that Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is now live with a new unified Rio system. Built in DC2, this implementation brings together the Trust’s previous ECS and 0–19 Rio systems into a single instance, reducing duplication, improving efficiency, and supporting more consistent reporting and integrated patient records across services. A huge thank you to everyone involved for the focus, teamwork and commitment that made this possible. #accesshealth #healthcare

🎯 Top marks plus 3 collaboration points for our Harrogate District Hospital TIF2 team in their latest Considerate Constructors Scheme audit — achieving an ‘Outstanding’ rating and a score of 48/45! 🥳 The project team continues to set the standard, with consistently high scores across community, environment and workforce at every audit to date, achieving an average of 47.0 — exceeding the sector benchmark. A brilliant reflection of the team’s dedication, collaboration and care on site. About the project: Being delivered for Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust via the #P23 framework, the scheme will deliver modern healthcare facilities, including upgraded diagnostics, new theatres and a dedicated ward — enhancing patient care across the hospital. 👏 Well done to everyone involved — take a look at the highlights below. Ben Hall | Zita MacDonald | steven fry | James Layton | Jordan Ambler Bsc Hons MCIOB | Richard Sansom | Alan Deighton | Jason Cooper | Matthew Freeman MCIOB | Carnley Gibson | Samantha Campbell | Gary Smith | Sophie D. | Craig Pitts #ConsiderateConstructors

BOUYGUES UK have been appointed Lead Contractor for Jersey's Overdale Acute Hospital. "This significant milestone marks the conclusion of the procurement process and the signing of the Main Works Contract with the Government of Jersey's New Healthcare Facilities Programme (NHFP). Alongside our partners we will deliver a 47,500m² modern, purpose-built facility featuring an Emergency Department, six operating theatres, inpatient and critical care beds, plus a dedicated Women's and Children's centre. Philippe BERNARD said: "We look forward to working together to deliver exceptional value, support local employment and supply chain partners, and create lasting social benefits for the community throughout construction and beyond." With the development phase drawing to a close, we are now positioned to commence the main construction works. We’re excited to build Jersey's future in healthcare." https://lnkd.in/ebrFnSzQ

Cambridge ARC are proud to announce the award of a further fleet repair and maintenance contract with South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb)This new agreement strengthens our growing reputation as a trusted specialist in emergency service vehicle repairs and follows the existing 15 year partnership with South Central Ambulance (SCAS)

£105m National Rehabilitation Centre set to welcome first patients after water quality issues resolved The NHS NRC has cleared the way for the facility to begin accepting patients this summer, following months of remedial work and testing Integrated Health Projects (IHP), the joint venture between VINCI Building UK and Sir Robert McAlpine, was the lead contractor for the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) project and used the AI construction technology leader Buildots platform to support the delivery "Whilst this delay has been frustrating, it has always been essential that the building meets the high standards required before we begin caring for patients,” said Paul Matthew, CFO and Executive Senior Responsible Officer for the NRC programme at NUH To read more, follow the link to the article here: https://lnkd.in/ezP66vy7 #ukhealthcare #construction #watersafety #hospitals

The announcement of a new long-term care partnership in Northern Ontario brings together First Nations leadership, municipal partners, and healthcare organizations with a shared focus on expanding access to care closer to home. Initiatives like these also highlight the importance of building a strong, sustainable workforce. As new care spaces are developed, attracting and retaining skilled healthcare professionals will remain a key part of delivering quality care. It will be interesting to see how this model evolves and what insights it may offer for other communities across Canada. Read the article here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gSaZKmgK #LongTermCare #HealthcareRecruitment #HealthcareLeadership #SeniorsCare #OntarioHealthcare