Minister for Public Finance visits Kirklands
Ivan McKee, Minister for Public Finance, was given a warm welcome to NHS Lanarkshire Board headquarters. Chief executive Professor Jann Gardner, Chair Martin Hill were joined by a number of senior NHS Lanarkshire colleagues during the minister’s visit. The minister...
Important – Band 5 Nursing Review
As part of the 2023-24 pay settlement for Agenda for Change (AfC), it was agreed to conduct a review of Band 5 nursing roles. A process has now been developed and details are on the website at Band 5 Nursing Roles Review – NHS Lanarkshire. If you are a member of...
Your chance to give feedback on realistic medicine experiences
Colleagues are being asked to give their views on realistic medicine and value-based health and care through a national survey. NHS Scotland’s Progressing Realistic Medicine Survey is now open for staff to feed back their experiences, including support you...
Start the New Year Right: Lanarkshire Mind Matters Offers Vital Mental Health Support
With the new year upon us, NHS Lanarkshire is shining a spotlight on the challenges many face during this time and highlighting vital support through its Lanarkshire Mind Matters website. The festive season, while joyful for some, can also bring feelings of stress,...
Focus on importance of cervical screening
NHS Lanarkshire is putting a spotlight on the importance of cervical screening, commonly known as a smear test. It’s Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, with Cervical Cancer Prevention Week running from 21-28 January, and those eligible for screening are being urged to...
Louise appointed as new NHS Lanarkshire Chief Executive
NHS Lanarkshire is delighted to have appointed Louise Long as its new Chief Executive. Louise, who is currently Chief Executive of Inverclyde Council, will take up her new role on 5 May 2025. Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care Neil Gray said: “I am pleased...
Social work and schools play part in supporting local communities
Over 200 jackets have been donated to help those less fortunate during an annual appeal by South Lanarkshire Council (SLC). The Winter Jacket project is a collaboration with local schools that involves laundered and redistributed jackets donated to children and...
Migraine support
Migraine is a common, severe and painful condition that can affect anyone at any time. Attacks can make it difficult to function properly and can last between 4 hours and three days. If you are one of the one in seven who suffer sever migraines, there is support...
Hand Hygiene Is Everyone’s Responsibility
Staff are being reminded about good hand hygiene to help prevent the spread of infections this winter. Cases of flu, RSV and Covid are increasing both in the community and hospital admissions. The increase is having a significant effect on our levels of staff...
