Dear colleagues, Very senior managers pay award for 2025/26 I write to advise you formally of the 2025/26 annual pay increase for very senior managers (VSMs). On 22 May 2025, the Secretary of State ...

Alex Kent Hi, my name’s Alex Kent. I’m medical director for North East and North Cumbria ICB and I cover long term conditions as part of my portfolio. I also work part time as a GP in North Tyneside.

Introduction The NHS in England is generally expected to manage emergency response within its own capabilities. However, in ...