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CCS announces February agreement updates: New software framework awarded

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) released its February 2025 agreement updates, revealing a new Back Office Software framework. Extensions to print and audio-visual services were confirmed, while upcoming expirations in health and software require attention.;

Achieving affordable child care in Canada

Three years after Canada announced a historic investment to revolutionize child care, Open Access Government discusses the government’s progress in enabling affordable child care nationwide.

How to solve the UK’s crisis of young people with poor mental health

Dr Deborah Lee of Dr Fox Online Pharmacy explores the worrying prevalence of young people with poor mental health, why it’s on the rise, and what can be done to prevent mental ill health and provide the necessary support.

Labour reveals ambitious economic plan to revitalise Britain’s workforce

To try and reshape the economic landscape, Labour has revealed its plan to reignite economic growth and strengthen living standards across the UK.

Hydrogen-powered flights: A greener sky by 2045

Exciting advances in hydrogen technology mean that fossil-free air travel could soon become a reality.

New implantable device offers promising light-based cancer treatment

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have a development in cancer therapy: a miniature, wireless LED device that can be implanted directly into deep-seated tumours.

SMS tech’s operational mana software for the NHS

A tool to enable your organisation to grow – no one knows your organisation as well as you do; allow SMS Tech’s operational management software for the NHS to work around your organisation when responding to health challenges.

How open banking can transform payments in the public sector

Pay by Bank is a data-driven solution that uses open banking to provide a fast, low-cost, and more secure method for account-to-account payments (A2A). Here, Tink, a market leader in this space, details how this technology can support government departments.

Are your tampons safe? Study finds potential metal exposure

A concerning level of metals has been found in tampons raising questions about potential health risks associated with their use.

NHS reports an increase in mental health medication prescriptions for 2023/24

The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has disclosed its annual report detailing the prescription trends for mental health medications in England, covering the financial...

Faster and more sustainable communications systems

Researchers from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) have played a key role in developing a revolutionary switch capable of operating at unprecedented frequencies...

The need for holistic approaches to care for rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases

Despite affecting a significant portion of the population, the impact of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) is often underestimated, with many people living with RMDs, and their families, in need of greater care and support. Lynne Woolley at Versus Arthritis spoke to Lorna Rothery about the physical and psychological challenges of RMDs and what can be done.

Transforming healthcare: Empathic Shift™

Transforming healthcare through empathy and digital innovation is explored here by Matt Atkinson, Chief Innovation Officer of Waymark Ltd.

Labour proposes overhaul of Britain’s Railways to enhance passenger experience

Labour has revealed a plan to bring train operators under public ownership and streamline governance to prioritise passenger satisfaction.

Earth’s water origin from ancient cosmic ice

An international team of scientists has uncovered key insights into the origins of Earth’s water and the formation of small celestial bodies in our solar system.

Understanding the impact of sexual assault on university students in the US

Open Access Government discusses the prevalence of campus sexual assault in the US, the profound effects on university students, and how cases of assault can be reduced.

Digital health needs women at the heart of it

Suzanne Wait and Catherine Whicher, from The Health Policy Partnership, suggest that digital health should prioritise the inclusion of women at its core.

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