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Access to Work statistics: April 2007 to March 2025

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 17h

Thank you to our speakers and guests who joined us today for our #AIintheNHS event. Session recordings will be available soon.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 21h

We were delighted to welcome @zubirahmed.bsky.social to the stage at our #AIintheNHS="text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400">#AIintheNHS event. Dr Zubir Ahmed MP is the newly appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health Innovation and Safety and he shared his vision for #AIintheNHS.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 21h

We’re joined by Lawrence Tallon, CEO of MHRA and founding member of the Commission on Regulation of AI in Healthcare, alongside our Chief Executive, @jenniferthf.bsky.social.

Find out more ⬇️ https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/national-commission-into-the-regulation-of-ai-in-healthcare

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 21h

The forthcoming Keep Britain Working Review offers the government the opportunity to rebalance work and health support towards retention and rehabilitation, and a reformed Access to Work scheme should be central to that.

@swjatwell.bsky.social responds to the latest government statistics ⬇️

Sam Atwell @swjatwell.bsky.social · 23h

Latest Access to Work stats are out today

They show continued growth in the number of awards and spend, about 70% increase in both since 2019.

This is not hugely surprising: there's now 4.1m workers with a work-limiting health condition, up from 2.4m a decade ago

www.gov.uk/government/s...

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 23h

We look forward to welcoming everyone to our #AIintheNHS event this afternoon.

There’s still time to join us online. Register now ⬇️

https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

AI in the NHS 2025
Tuesday 14 October
14.00–17.30

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 1d

Improving access to GPs remains the public's top priority for the NHS, and a central concern for policymakers.

@luisaptg.bsky.social explores whether changes to the GP contract and the new general practice patient charter will really spell the end of the ‘8am scramble’ ⬇️

https://bit.ly/4mbcyS4

'The changes to the GP contract and new patient charter are a step forward, but without clear expectations and ongoing investment into general practice, these changes risk fuelling further dissatisfaction, on all sides.' Luisa Pettigrew, Senior Policy Fellow at the Health Foundation

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 1d

Keynote spotlight: At our #AIintheNHS event tomorrow, Lawrence Tallon, CEO of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency will talk about the newly launched National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare.

Find out more and register ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

Speaker announcement
AI in the NHS 2025: keynote speaker

Lawrence Tallon, Chief Executive of Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 1d

Keynote spotlight: @zubirahmed.bsky.social will deliver a keynote at our #AIintheNHS event tomorrow. Dr Zubir Ahmed MP is the newly appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health Innovation and Safety and will share his vision for AI in the NHS.

Full details⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

Speaker announcement

AI in the NHS 2025: keynote speaker

Dr Zubir Ahmed MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health Innovation and Safety, Department of Health and Social Care

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 2d

Don't miss out on a chance to hear international perspectives on how to capitalise on AI in health care and navigate the challenges of effectively implementing the technology at our #AIintheNHS event.

Register to join us tomorrow from 14.00 ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

Our report looks at Labour's record so far and offers an overall assessment of government's reform agenda on the NHS and social care.

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 2d

Our #AIintheNHS event on 14 October will explore international learning and experiences of capitalising on AI in health care.

Hear from @nellthornton.bsky.social, Alec Price-Forbes, Dr Joan Guanyabens, Hilde Lovett & Karl-Henrik Peterson.

Find out more and register ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

Global lessons in AI for health care: innovations, challenges, and the path forward

Panel: Nell Thorton (Chair), Alec Price-Forbes, Dr Joan Guanyabens, Hilde Lovett and Karl-Henrik Peterson.

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 3d

A year in, what is the verdict on the Labour government’s record on NHS and social care policy so far?

In this analysis, we summarise the main policies introduced across key policy areas and assess the direction and potential impact so far.

Read more ⬇️

Labour’s first year

PODCAST: The upcoming national cancer plan – and lessons from Denmark

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 4d

Where we live – and the air we breathe – can shape our health, including how long we can expect to live.

Explore the data on air quality for local authorities across England on our newly updated Local Authority Dashboard ⬇️

https://bit.ly/4pNdG1w

Only 3 local authorities in England have air quality better than the recommended WHO guideline pollutant level

Search for your local authority

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Michelle Mitchell @michellecruk.bsky.social · 5d

It was great to join the @healthfoundation.bsky.social podcast alongside Jesper Fisker, CEO of the Danish Cancer Society to talk about the upcoming National Cancer Plan and what we can learn from the success of Denmark's cancer strategy.

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 6d

NEW PODCAST: Ahead of the new national cancer plan for England, what can policymakers learn from Denmark’s progress?

@michellecruk.bsky.social and Jesper Fisker join @jenniferthf.bsky.social to discuss.

Listen now 🎧

When it comes to the national cancer plan for England, where should policymakers be focusing?

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 4d

In the face of strong economic and political headwinds, improving the nation’s health has never been more vital.

Our Chief Executive @jenniferthf.bsky.social reflects on the changeable health and care landscape – and what we are doing to rise to the challenge ⬇️

https://bit.ly/4pZCy6l

'During this turbulent time, the work of organisations with an independent voice and funding seems more important than ever. We’re making changes as we face the headwinds together.' Dr Jennifer Dixon, Chief Executive at the Health Foundation

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 5d

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 5d

Session spotlight: At our #AIintheNHS 2025 event on 14 October, @jenniferthf.bsky.social and Andrea Palm will discuss their views on implementing AI in health care.

Find out more and register ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

In conversation with Jennifer Dixon

Panel:
Dr Jennifer Dixon, Chief Executive of the Health Foundation
Andrea Palm, Former Deputy Secretary of Department of Health and Human Services, USA

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 5d

Responding to the launch of a review of the GP funding formula, @luisaptg.bsky.social says seeking to make general practice funding fairer and reduce inequalities is a positive and welcome step, but making it happen will depend on additional investment.

Read more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4h3p2dO

'This is not the first time that general practice funding has been reviewed – the real test for government is whether they follow it up with the policy change and investment needed in response.'
Luisa Pettigrew, Senior Policy Fellow at the Health Foundation

PODCAST: The upcoming national cancer plan – and lessons from Denmark

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 5d

Our #AIintheNHS event on 14 October will explore evaluating AI's safety and effectiveness, and how it can be scaled.

Hear from Tim Horton, Dr Aysha Luis, Erik Mayer, Professor Adnan Tufail and @marydixonwoods.bsky.social

Find out more and register ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4gW2ziF

From promise to practice: how do we know if AI is safe and effective, and how can it be scaled?

Panel: Tim Horton (Chair), Dr Aysha Luis, Erik Mayer, Professor Adnan Tufail and Professor Mary Dixon-Woods

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 5d

Responding to the latest NHS monthly performance statistics, Francesca Cavallaro says they show urgent and emergency care remains under intense pressure despite the government’s ambition to reduce hospital backlogs.

Read more in our full response⬇️
https://bit.ly/4qk4eDd

'The NHS needs a system-wide approach to recovery, one that prioritises investment, workforce resilience and long-term planning, rather than just delivering more activity.'
Francesca Cavallaro, Senior Analytical Manager at the Health Foundation

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 6d

NEW PODCAST: Ahead of the new national cancer plan for England, what can policymakers learn from Denmark’s progress?

@michellecruk.bsky.social and Jesper Fisker join @jenniferthf.bsky.social to discuss.

Listen now 🎧

When it comes to the national cancer plan for England, where should policymakers be focusing?

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The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 6d

At our #AIintheNHS event on 14 October, Dr Andrew Bindman will share how Kaiser Permanente is navigating the AI landscape – from strategy and safety to partnerships and patient views – and his work shaping responsible AI policy across the US.

Find out more and register ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4pXfjK7

AI in the NHS 2025: keynote speaker
Dr Andrew Bindman, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Kaiser Permanente

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 6d

As the government puts a figure on how much it will provide for the first Fair Pay Agreement (FPA) for social care in England, Lucinda Allen looks at what we know about how FPAs will work and whether investment matches scale of Labour’s ambitions of fair pay in the sector ⬇️

https://bit.ly/4mFa5jb

'Introducing sector bargaining has the potential to be transformative. But without robust enforcement and sufficient funding, the first Fair Pay Agreement risks being remembered less as a turning point and more as another missed opportunity.'
Lucinda Allen, Policy Fellow at the Health Foundation

Evaluation and learning: A clash of cultures or logical companions?

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

The Tech for Better Care programme seeks to explore the potential for using technology to enable care at home and in the community, as well as proactive, relationship-focused care.

Find out more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/42qINWI

The Health Foundation @healthfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

🧵Our Research Manager Diane Redfern-Tofts and @ipsosintheuk.bsky.social's Jo Scott share their insights on building a dual culture that supports both robust evaluation and trust-based learning, informed by their work on our Tech for Better Care programme ⬇️

Jo Scott (Ipsos UK) and Diane Redfern-Tofts (The Health Foundation). For the many charities that are seeking to support and develop new ideas, solutions, and ways of...