Amy McTear: my Modern Apprenticeship journey at NHS Lanarkshire
As this week marks Scottish Apprenticeship Week, it feels like a great opportunity to reflect on the first few weeks of my journey as a Modern Apprentice within the communications department at NHS Lanarkshire. I wanted something that could offer me on-the-job...
Hairmyres launches improvement workshops as part of Site Safety Improvement Programme
Colleagues at University Hospital Hairmyres (UHH) have taken part in the first two improvement workshops as part of their Site Safety Improvement Programme (SSIP) -bringing staff together to better understand how the hospital system works and identify areas for...
New Monklands: apprentices passionate about working on plans for their local hospital
Here’s our latest story on the Monklands Replacement Project (MRP) – our exciting vision for a replacement University Hospital Monklands at Wester Moffat, Airdrie. Apprentices passionate about working on plans for their new local hospital
New referral process to Treatment Rooms
Following a Lanarkshire-wide review, the number of interventions offered at Treatment Rooms has been increased and patients can now access the same services across all Treatment Rooms. Treatment Room staff provide a wide range of clinical interventions, so patients...
Celebrating Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026
This week, NHS Lanarkshire is proud to mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026, celebrating the contribution apprentices make across our services and the important role apprenticeships play in developing our future workforce. Modern Apprenticeships are a key part of...
Latest discounts from NHS Staff Benefits
Save £££s on some great deals both in-store and online, all especially negotiated for NHS staff. To find out more, or sign up to receive all the latest discounts, visit: www.nhsstaffbenefits.co.uk Here are some of the latest deals from some fantastic brands. 25% off...
Big Shout Out for Referral Management Service
The Referral Management Service is receiving a Big Shout Out in recognition of the care and compassion they show every day to patients across Lanarkshire, often at the very start of their outpatient journey. For the past 18 years, the team has delivered a...
Championing young people at Care Day
Care experienced young people from across South Lanarkshire shared their journeys, ambitions and achievements as more than 200 young people and staff came together in Hamilton to mark Care Day 2026. Held at the council’s headquarters, the event was planned and...
Celebrating quality improvement in primary care
To date, 58 members of staff working in primary care have successfully completed the Scottish Improvement Foundations Skills (SIFS) course, delivered by the Primary Care Improvement Team. Dr Veronica Rainey, Associate Medical Director – South Lanarkshire University...
