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Radical building approach needed to make Elective Reform Plan a success

The NHS Elective Reform Plan aims to tackle the 7.5 million waiting list backlog by introducing new surgical hubs and community diagnostic centres (CDCs). This article explores how offsite construction can provide a radical building approach to ensure the plan's success.

Urgent policy needed to combat the forgotten greenhouse gas: Tropospheric ozone

Global air pollution demands urgent action. With toxic smog choking cities worldwide and 99% of the population breathing unsafe air, 2025 must be the year for decisive policy changes. A key, often overlooked, target is tropospheric ozone, a potent greenhouse gas and dangerous pollutant.

Technology trends shaping the public sector in 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, the public sector faces unique challenges and opportunities. With service demands rising and budgets tightening, finding the right balance has never been more crucial.

Greening government commitments ICT annual report 2023 to 2024

What groundbreaking strategies are redefining government technology for sustainability in the 2023-2024 report? Discover the future of environmental stewardship now.

Could you have an iodine deficiency?

Iodine deficiency in the UK is generally accepted as a health problem from the past, but recent research suggests this may not be the...

How synthetic data can facilitate AI adoption in government

Despite challenges in AI adoption within the government, synthetic data has proven to be a game-changing tool that can drive innovation while also safeguarding privacy.

Longer lives and bigger challenges: UK healthcare trends for 2025

In 2024, healthcare systems in the UK and worldwide faced the perfect storm of ageing, demand, and burnout. As we enter 2025, these trends are likely to persist.

CE and the UKCA standards: Finding a common approach for construction products

The UK has decided to continue recognising the CE mark for construction products, easing difficulties for businesses for now. To avoid problems in the future, both sides need to agree on a common way to describe and understand construction products.

AI implementation: Could technology help the overburdened NHS?

With the NHS in dire need of efficiency improvements, AI offers a promising solution, automating administrative tasks and freeing healthcare professionals to focus on patient care. However, responsible AI implementation is paramount, but how and why?

Cybercrime: Assume breach, never trust and always verify

For decades cybercriminals have used tactics such as phishing and malware, but the convergence of two pivotal technologies sparked a dramatic surge in cybercrime.

Why cyber resilience should be a priority for the UK government

The UK's growing reliance on technology has made it a prime target for cyberattacks. As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, cyber resilience has become a critical national priority.

Tackling loneliness through telecare: Supporting vulnerable people in Spain

Abel Delgado, Managing Director of Tunstall Spain, explains the urgency of loneliness as a health problem for the elderly and what other regions can learn from Spain’s proactive and preventative approach, that benefits both physical and mental health.

How councils can ensure success with commercial ventures whilst serving the community 

City councils are not businesses, but there are areas where they can act more commercially while still ensuring they always act for the public good.

Why the UK’s cybersecurity strategy must change

With the recent change in government, the Labour Party faces significant challenges in shaping the future of the UK. One critical area demanding immediate attention, though often overlooked, is cybersecurity.

Encouraging economic growth: Building trust and confidence in nuclear energy

The people of the USA do not feel economic growth, whatever the published indices may say. That is why they have elected Trump, a development that is unlikely to give them the growth they seek.

A divided nation: A conversation with Donald Blair on polarisation in the USA

American politics has become increasingly polarised in recent years, with deep divisions emerging on a wide range of issues. In this exclusive interview, renowned political commentator Donald Blair offers his insights into the factors driving this polarisation and explores potential solutions to bridge the divide.

The UK productivity crisis: An opportunity missed

On the 30th of October, new Chancellor, Rachel Reeves delivered her first budget, which set out the direction of travel of the Labour government.

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