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Guidance for anyone experiencing domestic abuse in managing their phones to stay safe
New Emergency Alert system - Domestic Abuse Commissioner and specialist domestic abuse charity Refuge UK share advice and guidance for anyone experiencing domestic abuse in managing their phones to stay safe. The new Emergency Alert system was launched by The Cabinet...
Lloyds Pharmacy closures
We have been made aware that from Saturday the 22nd of April, Lloyds Pharmacy will no longer provide pharmacy services within Sainsbury’s supermarkets. This is a national decision which will affect these seven Lloyds pharmacies currently operating from Sainsbury’s...
Skills for Care – Delegated Tasks
Skills for Care is currently working with the DHSC and other key partners to develop definitive guidance to support the safe, consistent and effective delegation of healthcare interventions. Click here for a summary of this work so far In the interim, the two guides...
Your opportunity to review new wound care pathways
HCPA have been asked to speak to providers to gather feedback around the new wound care pathways provided in Hertfordshire. This is your opportunity to have your say in services in Hertfordshire, and express any concerns you have! There are slightly different pathways...
Supporting your staff to understand the new childcare rules
Whilst we are all happy that the chancellor announced in the budget that additional support is being provided towards childcare costs, including up to 30 hours of free childcare for every child over the age of 9 months, you will need to be aware of the phasing of...
Utility worries? Power cuts?
In this time of uncertainty about available energy and utilities, we want to help you feel confident to prepare and manage your risks. Please note the information below: Electricity Electricity – UK Power Networks Priority Services Register The Priority Services...
Residential homes – we need your help!
HCPA are currently working in partnership with HCC and other health partners to develop a pilot scheme to help improve governance around tasks delegated from health services to residential homes. To help us understand and develop this role, we need to know what...