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Brexit and the NHS

Brexit and the NHS

What are the implications?

The nation has spoken, and during the debate the main reference to the NHS was the funding that might be made available for public services through the repatriation of EU funding.  But there will be wider implications of the exit from the European Union.  As the politicians reflect on the vote and work out...
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Joining the Dialogue with the Welsh Ambulance Service

The Welsh Ambulance Service (WAST) is aiming to be ‘a more open, communicative organisation, which tells its story better through our employees, our patients, the media and to politicians’ This week my Blog responds to the open request from Estelle Hitchon for dialogue. Show the public that their efforts count The public has responded well over the years to the public campaigns that encourage us to recognise, and...
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When Time Runs Out…

When time runs out...

We all have triggers that tell us when we are becoming overloaded or stressed.  Do we always recognise them? In my home I have two clocks on an eight day winding cycle.  My Grandfather's Grandfather clock comes from my native Norfolk.  It was excellently restored by my brother in law.  It is a piece of furniture that embodies our whole family.  It quietly, but...
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Our Health Our Health Service

‘Our Health Our Health Service’ in Wales consultation

Eight Points for Consideration

Once again Welsh Government is consulting on the governance and management arrangements for the NHS in Wales. The NHS has been fortunate to avoid a wholescale re-organisation in this five year period of government – the last one was badged as a reorganisation to last a generation after all.  At the...
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