Government backs down and agrees to redraft NHS competition rules
Pulse
The government has announced a rethink of its proposed rules on the use of competition by commissioners, following intense pressure from GP leaders and campaigners.
Call to strengthen NMC powers over lack of Mid Staffs sanctions
Nursing Times
Ministers have been challenged to make urgent changes to the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s powers in order to improve public protection – as it emerged just 13 nurses are currently facing sanctions in relation to the high profile care failings at Mid Staffordshire Foundation Trust.
Institute takes its policy advice social
Civil Society
The Institute of Fundraising is extending its policy helpline to Facebook and Twitter.
Expert advice: Payroll giving
The Guardian – Voluntary Sector Network
Advice from our recent live discussion on getting ahead in payroll giving.
Willowbrook hospice extension to go ahead
St Helens Star
Willowbrook Hospice has been given the green light to extend and refurbish its inpatient unit.
Why Huddersfield’s children’s hospice means the world to Lucy Thompson and family
The Huddersfield Daily Examiner
Lucy Thompson, aged eight, is among the first to benefit from The Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice.
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