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MikeB

@mikebarker2.bsky.social

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Deputy CEx Oldham Council and Director of Health & Care Integration for NHS Greater Manchester. Chair of YMCA Together in my spare time

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MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · May 9

Listening to our director of adult social care Jayne Ratcliffe opening @oldhamcouncil.bsky.social staff conference afternoon session

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Apr 23

Our fabulous CEO Shelley Kipling and brilliant Leader @aroojshah.bsky.social getting today started with @oldhamcouncil.bsky.social staff conference

Lots of positive developments taken place over the last 12 months and lots more to come over the next 12 too

#TeamOldham

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🌍 Building an NHS fit for the future was a major theme in Parliament, with discussions on smarter, more efficient treatments and earlier detection of diseases. #NHS #FutureHealthcare

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🏥 This week in Parliament, the Prime Minister unveiled a bold plan to tackle NHS waiting list backlogs, promising millions more appointments closer to home. This is a huge step forward for patient care! #NHS #HealthcareReform

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🎓 Investing in education and youth programs will empower the next generation in Oldham, providing them with the tools they need to succeed. #YouthEmpowerment #OldhamEducation

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🌍 Oldham will be better prepared for climate change impacts thanks to the Government’s resilience planning and adaptation strategies. #ClimateAction #ResilientOldham

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

📊 Data-driven decision-making will ensure that policies in Oldham are based on accurate information, leading to more effective and efficient governance. #SmartGovernance #OldhamData

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🏘️ The Government’s strategy to address housing shortages will create more livable and inclusive communities in Oldham, benefiting everyone. #HousingForAll #OldhamHomes

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🤝 Strengthening partnerships between local authorities and community organizations will lead to better public services and stronger communities in Oldham. #CommunityFirst #OldhamTogether

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🌱 The Government’s commitment to sustainability means Oldham will see more green initiatives, reducing carbon footprints and promoting eco-friendly practices. #SustainableOldham #GreenFuture

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

📚 With the Government’s focus on continuous training and development, local government employees in Oldham will have more opportunities to enhance their skills. #ProfessionalGrowth #OldhamGov

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🚀 The £240 million Get Britain Working package will bring much-needed support to Oldham’s disabled and long-term sick residents, helping them get back into work. #InclusiveEmployment #OldhamJobs

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🏥 Exciting news for Oldham! The Government’s investment in telehealth solutions will make healthcare more accessible and efficient for everyone. #Telehealth #BetterCare

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

🌟 The Government’s new AI Opportunities Action Plan is set to revolutionize healthcare in Oldham, with AI-powered scans helping doctors detect diseases earlier. #AIForGood #OldhamHealth

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Jan 17

Here's my take on the impact of the Government’s recent announcements on the people of Oldham in a 10 post thread

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Dec 25

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Dec 1

On World AIDS Day, we remember those who have lost their lives to HIV-AIDS and recognise that there is still work to do

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Nov 27

Interesting insight about where the Govt is on public service reform

www.civilservicereformuk.com/single-post/...

Where is the government going on public service reform?

A flurry of speeches addressing public service reform have come out in November 2024 as new ministers get their feet properly under the table.A speech from West Streeting to the NHS Providers annual c...

www.civilservicereformuk.com

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Nov 27

Well done to @nhsconfed.bsky.social for today’s ICS Network meeting

Always great to share our journey in Oldham on integrated health and care

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Nov 25

Starting this week looking forward to speaking @nhsconfed.bsky.social annual ICS conference on Wed

Focusing on social care, integrated working and how we need to connect more and better to people and communities whilst also ending public sector silo working

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Mike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · Nov 19

And THAT is exactly how people with a huge sense of entitlement regularly behave when they get caught out.

#JeremyClarkson

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Jo Bibby @jobibby.bsky.social · Nov 19

What can the government learn from previous attempts to reform social care?

A new long read from @healthfoundation.bsky.social colleagues identifies four lessons for the government as it grasps this nettle.

A thread 🧵

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Nov 19

I'm attending #NHSConfedExpo 2025 on 11-12 June!

Join me at the UK’s leading health and care conference to collaborate, share insights and develop innovative solutions to deliver high quality care for all.

I hope to see you there!

i.snoball.it/p/OfgT/t/1

Join me at the UK’s leading health and care conference.

NHS ConfedExpo is a catalyst for continuous improvement & innovation and serves as a launchpad for ideas that will shape the future of health & care in the UK.

MikeB @mikebarker2.bsky.social · Nov 17

If we really want the NHS to work we need to fix social care

Effective social care enables flow through our overall health and care system.

Ministers and politicians nationally need to prioritise this. It is a foundation and a first step

apple.news/AoRLp-REHSDi...

Fixing social care is urgent, says minister, after claims of impasse — BBC News

Source have told the BBC there is a

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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · Nov 16

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Please share and help everyone re-connect and keep re-connecting.

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