Wednesday 18 March 2020

Coronavirus won't stop the spread of kindness in Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and Rushden

Coronavirus won't stop the spread of kindness in Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and Rushden None of us can escape the impact that the spread of Covid-19 has had and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

But at times like these, the unsung heroes of our communities really make a difference and we want to celebrate all the good that is being done in Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough and Rushden. Northamptonshire Telegraph

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NHFT signs Dying to Work charter to support terminally ill employees

NHFT signs Dying to Work charter to support terminally ill employees Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) has signed the Trade Union Congress’ (TUC) Dying to Work charter, pledging to support employees who become terminally ill while in work.

The charter, which NHFT signed on 12 March 2020, is part of TUC’s campaign to seek a more secure future for terminally ill employees, to ensure they are not dismissed or disadvantaged as a result of their condition. Other employers to sign so far include Royal Mail, Hovis and the Co-op. Employee Benefits

Emergency bill to strengthen coronavirus (COVID-19) response plans

Emergency bill to strengthen coronavirus (COVID-19) response plans New laws will be introduced to protect public health, increase NHS capacity, strengthen social care and support the public to take the right action at the right time. Department of Health and Social Care

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Guidance: Public health grants to local authorities: 2020 to 2021

Guidance: Public health grants to local authorities: 2020 to 2021 The public health allocations and monetary conditions for local authorities to improve health in local populations. Public Health England

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3D bioprinting in medicine

3D bioprinting in medicine This POSTnote gives an overview of 3D bioprinting in medine and the associated biological, manufacturing, regulatory and ethical implications. Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST)