£8 million funding to improve cancer waiting times in Scotland
The Scottish Government has announced a further £8 million funding for cancer staff and services, with £4.8 million to be … read more »
Healthcare Improvement Scotland publishes blog on patient engagement in HTA
Healthcare Improvement Scotland has published a case study provided by Crohn’s & Colitis UK, highlighting the benefits of effective patient … read more »
Chief Executive appointed to NHS Scotland
Malcolm Wright has been appointed as the Chief Executive of NHS Scotland and Director General of Health and Social Care … read more »
Scottish government consults on mesh complications
The Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, Jeane Freeman, has released a letter detailing plans to improve treatments … read more »
Brexit Warnings from Scotland
A letter detailing Brexit advice for Scottish pharmaceutical and medical device companies has been released by Chief Medical Officer, Dr … read more »
Scottish Government announces 2019-20 budget
On the 12th December the Scottish Government announced their budget for 2019-20. This included some significant investment into health services. … read more »
Auditors’ report warns about sustainability of NHS Scotland finances
Audit Scotland and its Auditor General have released their annual report on the finances of the NHS in Scotland. The … read more »
Scotland Publishes Health and Social Care Delivery Plan
The Scottish government has published its blueprint for the future of the NHS, with a focus on treating people closer … read more »
NHS Fife praised for pioneering tech trial
NHS Fife has been given an award for a pioneering piece of technology it has been using since 2015, reported … read more »
