The North West Radiotherapy Network, made up of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust, and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; has published a research strategy setting out priority actions for data, AI, automation, and digital systems over the next five years. The ambition, […]
Author: Jennifer Turton
North West London Acute Provider Group updates on digital and data plans for 2026/27
North West London Acute Provider Group has shared an update on its digital and data plans for 2026/27, noting efforts to improve data sharing and reshape strategic objectives to focus on patient and staff experiences with technology, AI, automation, EPR, and the federated data platform. Work is continuing toward the […]
Clatterbridge Cancer Centre digital systems investments, data and workforce digital learning
The board of Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has discussed its current position and future plans on digital systems, data, and digital workforce capability and training. Current priorities include its patient portal and NHS App for patients, and ambient voice technology (AVT) and Copilot for staff, the board highlights, with a new […]
West of England collaboration launches £50k innovation grant fund
A collaboration in the West of England between Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, the University of the West of England, Sirona Care & Health, and Health Innovation West of England, has launched a £50k innovation grant fund designed to support improvements across the region. The Research, Innovation, Climate, Education and Equalities […]
AVT, Copilot and next phase of EPR at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals
The board of directors of York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals has discussed its use of ambient voice technology, Copilot, and the next phase of the EPR. The trust reported the successful delivery of the second tranche of its EPR programme at the beginning of October, following initial go-live of its […]
HTN Now panel deep dive into artificial intelligence for NHS trusts
HTN was joined by an expert panel including Neill Crump, group associate director for innovation and partnerships at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals and The Dudley Group, and Sameer Gangoli, clinical and governance lead for AI at University Hospitals Sussex, to discuss AI in healthcare. Our panel shared approaches, best […]
Budget 2026: Sovereign AI, NHS AI and productivity review, funding
With the publication of the latest budget for 2026, the government has reaffirmed its commitment on AI for productivity, increasing opportunities for sovereign AI, AI for biosecurity, and exploring quantum technologies. “The government is ensuring its investment into the NHS is spent wisely,” it states. “In 2025‑26, the NHS delivered […]
10-year UK pharmacy strategy outlines plans for digital training, AI, data sharing and tech for research
A 10-year strategy for UK pharmacy has set out a shared vision to make research “an integral, accessible and inclusive part of every pharmacist’s and pharmacy technician’s career”. Developed by the UK Pharmacy Research Advisory Group, the strategy lists strategic goals across building research skills and leadership, developing supportive systems […]
14 urgent care schemes to receive share of £140m to help tackle winter pressures
£140 million in funding will be invested in 14 new urgent care schemes across England to help tackle winter pressures, the government has announced, aiming to increase capacity and improve patient flow. These schemes include ED improvements, new urgent treatment centres, and enhancements to digital systems. The funding is announced […]
Insight: Progress to electronic patient records in Wales
HTN Insight: Progress and challenges with the move to electronic patient records in Wales What does the transition to digital records and electronic systems look like across Wales? What are the challenges, opportunities, and programmes underway, and what progress is being made? HTN recently conducted a survey, sponsored by Altera Digital […]
