Final Reminder – staff travel survey
Thank you to those of you who have taken time to complete the staff travel survey, your feedback will give valuable insights to improve the commuting experience for all employees. If you have not yet completed the survey, you have until Sunday 31st March to have your...
The Big Shout Out – Staff from NHS Lanarkshire’s sexual health team
Staff from the sexual health service take part in a self defence class as part of their wellbeing initiatives Staff from NHS Lanarkshire’s sexual health team have received a Big Shout Out for introducing initiatives that help support team wellbeing. ‘Wellbeing...
Women’s History Month: The Edinburgh Seven
Every year, Women’s History Month is observed to honour the contributions made by women to historical events and modern society. The history of women’s job prospects and educational possibilities in Scotland is complex. Women were not allowed to graduate...
Safe staffing legislation comes into effect on 1 April
The Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 will come into effect on 1 April 2024. The intent of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act isn’t a new concept. It builds on existing legislation, policy, local practice and guiding principles (see below those...
Earth Hour on Saturday
Earth Hour takes place Saturday 23 March at 8.30pm. This a global annual event, organised by the World Wildlife Fund, where hundreds of millions of people switch off their lights for one hour to show they care about the planet. NHS Lanarkshire is taking part by...
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. Enjoy 15...
New £1.7 Million cancer support service comes to Lanarkshire
A new service ensuring cancer patients are offered emotional, practical and financial support has officially launched in Lanarkshire as part of a successful model spreading around Scotland. Macmillan Cancer Support, both North and South Lanarkshire University Health...
Claire homes in on new challenge as she’s elected to top role
Dr Claire Steel (pictured) has gone from being an accidental convert to Hospital at Home to the head of the national organisation for the ground-breaking service. Claire, a physician in older adults medicine working in Hospital at Home (H@H) at University Hospital...
Big Shout Out – Psychological Services for Adults with Learning Disabilities Team
Pictured: Emma Sharp, consultant clinical psychologist and clinical lead for psychological services for adults with learning disabilities Staff from Psychological Services for Adults with Learning Disabilities have received a Big Shout Out for their work in supporting...
