New chief executive on fact finding tour of frontline services
NHS Lanarkshire’s new chief executive, Louise Long MBE, has devoted her first week in post to a rapid fact‑finding tour of key frontline services—seeing for herself how staff across the system are redesigning urgent, acute and community care. Louise kicked off her...
Breastfeeding support group helps build lifelong connections and confidence in South Lanarkshire
A local breastfeeding support group in East Kilbride is being celebrated for its powerful role in nurturing new mums and their babies — providing both practical advice and emotional support that is helping to create lasting bonds and boost confidence in early...
New Wristband Initiative Aims to Prevent Double Dosing of Gentamicin
A new patient safety initiative is currently being trialed at University Hospital Wishaw to reduce the risk of double dosing intravenous gentamicin – a high-risk antibiotic that, if incorrectly administered, can cause serious harm. From 12 May, the use of yellow...
New Monklands – hospital design in running for top international award
For our latest news story on the new University Hospital Monklands, see the article on the dedicated MRP website here: Hospital design in running for top international award
A tribute to VE Day 80th anniversary concert
The Royal British Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland are hosting a special concert to recognise and mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe. Scotland Salutes: VE80, is Scotland’s National VE event, takes place at the Usher Hall, Edinburgh on...
New Monklands – Snapshot Report April 2025
Catch up on the latest developments in some of the workstreams for the Monklands Replacement Project (MRP) – our exciting vision for a replacement University Hospital Monklands at Wester Moffat, Airdrie. Our monthly Snapshot Report is now published on the new...
Leadership walk-round highlights outstanding Public Protection Team work
The Public Protection Team based at Coathill Hospital, recently welcomed NHS Lanarkshire Board members as part of the latest leadership walk-round. The visit left a lasting impression on all who attended – including executive nurse director Trudi Marshall, interim...
Interim chief executive chairs final Executive Directors Group
Senior colleagues this week paid tribute to Colin Lauder as he chaired his final Executive Directors Group meeting in his role as Interim Chief Executive. Over the last four months Colin has stepped into the role as Interim Chief Executive until our new Chief...
Alcohol Summit a first for Scotland
There was a first for Scotland when a major alcohol summit was hosted in North Lanarkshire. The event, led by North Lanarkshire Alcohol and Drug Partnership (NLADP), brought together a broad range of local and national stakeholders to “start the conversation” about...
