24th April 2024
New guide for public contributors’ involvement payment
Do you administer payments for involvement in research? Or are you being offered payment for helping to develop research? Working with the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR),…
24th April 2024
Electronic Prescription Service Approved for Use in Welsh Pharmacies
Pharmacies across Wales are gearing up for a new era of efficiency and safety following the first national approval of a system for providing electronic prescriptions. Following successful testing, the…
23rd April 2024
All wards affected by RAAC planks at Withybush now open
All six wards at Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest which were closed due to the presence of RAAC planks last year are now open. Six of the Pembrokeshire hospital’s 12 wards…
22nd April 2024
Brainbox Ltd announces a new partnership with Mobile-EEG innovators, mBrainTrain
With the advent of mobile EEG technology, the horizon of neuroimaging is expanding dramatically, empowering researchers to delve into the complexities of brain activity in real-world settings like never before….
22nd April 2024
Navigating the Future of R&D tax credits: An Introduction to the New Merged Scheme and R&D Intensive SME Relief
The introduction of the new merged scheme and the R&D intensive SME relief marks a significant shift in the landscape of R&D tax incentives. The new merged scheme, coming into…
22nd April 2024
Understanding the New Pre-Notification Rule for R&D Tax Credits
The new pre-notification requirement for R&D tax credits is a pivotal update that necessitates early action from companies planning to claim R&D tax credits. Pre-notification involves informing HMRC about your…
22nd April 2024
Public appointment: Social Care Wales
The board of Social Care Wales has made 11 new appointments with one tranche starting in 2024 and another in 2025. Successful candidate name and organisation Social Care Wales board…
22nd April 2024
National Office for Care and Support formally launched
The Minister for Social Care Dawn Bowden has welcomed the launch of the new National Office for Care and Support, which marks another important step towards a National Care Service…
19th April 2024
Referrals milestone for NHS Wales’ digital mental health service
NHS Wales’ online mental health support service has hit 30,000 referrals since piloting six years ago. The free service – powered by digital mental health platform SilverCloud – was successfully…
18th April 2024
Cabinet Secretary response to latest NHS Wales performance data – February and March 2024
Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Eluned Morgan said: Despite significant demand on our NHS and some disruption from industrial action NHS staff have worked tirelessly to deliver high-quality…
12th April 2024
Vital funding to support Welsh hospices
Health Secretary Eluned Morgan has today announced Welsh hospices will receive £4m in government funding to continue their vital work. The funding will ensure people across Wales continue to receive…
11th April 2024
Doctors to Enter Pay Negotiations with the Welsh Government
BMA Cymru Wales has suspended forthcoming industrial action for Consultants and SAS doctors following a constructive meeting with the Welsh government to resolve its pay disputes. As a result of…
10th April 2024
Digital Pharmacy System Helps Free up Nearly 26,000 GP Appointments Across Wales in One Month
Nearly 26,000 GP appointments were freed up in February alone thanks to a digital system that’s available to all pharmacies across Wales. The Common Ailments Service supports community pharmacies to…
10th April 2024
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board light it blue for Parkinson’s awareness
The 11th April is recognised each year as World Parkinson’s Day. To support the occasion and Parkinson’s UK’s ‘Light it Blue’ campaign, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board are lighting…
8th April 2024
Health Technology Growth in Wales: A Dynamic Evolution
Wales is strategically nurturing the growth and ambition of its life sciences sector, experiencing a surge in investments for med-tech companies. With essential financial support in the form of equity…
5th April 2024
“How ENRICH Cymru brought my social care research idea to life”
Professor Andrew Carson-Stevens is an internationally renowned researcher in the field of patient safety and healthcare quality measurement and has worked extensively with the World Health Organization to progress the…
5th April 2024
Update to the Organisation Information Documents for NHS organisations participating in research
The two Organisation Information Document templates for non-commercial sponsors, NHS/HSC R&D offices, NHS/HSC contract managers, which relate to regulatory approval processes and study set up, have been updated: The main template is…
4th April 2024
Welsh Ambulance Service awarded University Trust status for its dedication to research development
The sought-after status has been granted by Welsh Government in recognition of the Trust’s commitment to drive research and innovation and to develop its current and future workforce. From 1…
2nd April 2024
Health and Care Research Wales announces latest round of personal awards
Health and Care Research Wales is pleased to announce the recipients of our latest personal awards to support individuals to advance their careers as researchers and improve health and social…
28th March 2024
Welsh Secretary Commends Growth of Medical Device Specialists
Welsh Secretary David TC Davies has commended IQ Endoscopes for the clear progress it is making on its ambitious growth journey and the value it is bringing to the local…