The NHS and the Department of Health and Social Care publish announcements continuously, covering everything from changes to waiting-time targets to new guidance for GPs. Following them as they appear keeps a reader closer to what has actually changed and when it changed.
Two feeds sit behind the list below: the NHS's own news output and the Department of Health and Social Care's. Each item carries the date it was published and a link back to the source, so a reader can read the announcement itself.
The most recent announcement from either feed sits at the top, whichever body published it. Working down the list moves backward through time.
Dated items from the NHS news feed and the Department of Health and Social Care feed, newest first, each linked to its source.
Thousands of patients with suspected brain tumours could get a diagnosis sooner, as the NHS launches a major pilot of a rapid genomic test. The world-first NHS pilot of the test, which is being...
The NHS is expanding Martha’s Rule to all hospital A&E departments and waiting rooms to further boost patient safety for some of the most vulnerable patients. The initiative will see patients,...
Official statistics on the opinions and experiences of unpaid carers aged 18 and over on topics that are indicative of a balanced life alongside their unpaid caring role.
September 2026 update on implementing the independent review of employers' role in tackling health based economic inactivity and promoting healthy and inclusive workplaces to change outcomes, improve...
Letter from Health Minister Dame Diana Johnson MP confirming the UK Health Security Agency’s (UKHSA) role and priorities for the financial year 2026 to 2027.
Update following the Supreme Court judgment on 2 June 2026 clarifying the definition of the deprivation of liberty.
How the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) will gather and respond to feedback from users to ensure abortion statistics meet their needs.
Information on how the 2024 voluntary scheme for branded medicines pricing, access and growth (VPAG) is controlling spend on branded medicines in the NHS.
Patients will be able to get quicker, more convenient treatment for migraines, acne and 3 other everyday conditions at hundreds of pharmacies in England from autumn, without needing to see their GP...
Government announces new National Cancer Board, whose first meeting is today (21 September 2026).
Around 100 NHS pharmacies in England will begin offering life-saving cholesterol check-ups this autumn, as part of an NHS drive to reduce heart disease and stroke deaths by a quarter over the next...
New neighbourhood health investment partnership to bring care closer to home and tackle health inequalities.
Baroness Louise Casey's independent commission on adult social care is inviting people to join public panels as part of the Big Conversation on Care.
Minister Alison McGovern delivered the keynote speech at the Alzheimer's Society Conference 2026 in London, highlighting the government's action on dementia.
Chair to the public inquiry into mental health care at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) appointed.
Official statistics on adult social care finance in councils with adult social services responsibilities, including information on expenditure and income sources across both long and short term care.
Independent review into Leeds maternity and neonatal care sets out terms of reference for investigation.
All data on senior officials’ business expenses, external meetings and hospitality.
