Increased workloads, repeated reorganisation, and a culture of blame and fear are all taking their toll on the health and wellbeing of National Health Service staff. Emma Wilkinson reports. The UK National Health Service (NHS) is under unprecedented pressure, attempting to do more with less, it is creaking at the seams. And now the latest staff survey figures suggest that … [Read more...]
SSHA Conference: Newcastle 2002
Introduction Sandra Jarrett: SSHA Conference & Education Officer The SSHA Annual Conference 2002 took place in the heart of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, in the Royal Station Hotel, 26th-28th April. This was the first time the conference had been held over a weekend and the turnout was excellent. The conference provided an opportunity for learning, networking and updating on the … [Read more...]