Health and social care

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November 28, 2024

UK Government launches first ever forum to address gaps in treatment and care for people affected by neurological conditions

Today (Thursday 28 November 2024) Andrew Gwynne MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department of Health and Social Care, has announced a new UK-wide forum will be set up to find ways to improve care and support for people affected by neurological conditions.   The announcement follows a long-standing campaign led by The Neurological Alliance […]
October 21, 2024

Consultation on the future of the NHS in England launched today 

A consultation was launched today by the Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streeting, and the Prime Minister ahead of a new 10-year plan for the NHS to be published next spring. The consultation is billed “the biggest national conversation about the future of the NHS since it was founded 76 years ago”.   The consultation […]
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July 22, 2024

We want you! My Neuro Survey is now open

22 July 2024 People living with neurological conditions across the UK and Ireland are being asked to take part in the largest neurological survey to help improve vital services and support. The Neurological Alliance – a leading coalition of over 90 charities working to transform quality of life for people with neurological conditions – runs My […]
July 10, 2024

What has the #BackThe1in6 campaign achieved so far?

Thanks to your support, we’ve made some great progress towards improving support for people affected by neurological conditions, but we’re not stopping there. Here are some of the things you’ve helped to achieve through the #BackThe1in6 campaign so far. Please help to keep that momentum going! Achievements so far Thank you None of this would […]
April 4, 2024

NHS England Operational Planning Guidance for 24/25 published

Last week, just days before the new financial year, NHS England published its Priorities and Operational planning guidance for 2024/25. You can read the full document here. The document outlines key priorities for NHS spending and focus for the year ahead.  The guidance is important, as it sets out key areas of activity for the […]
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January 10, 2024

“Inside Neurology: Our Unique Brain”: national media boost for neurological conditions

The Neurological Alliance has worked with ITN Business as part of their new news-style programme called “Inside Neurology: Our Unique Brain”.  The programme, produced by ITN Business in partnership with Alliance member organisation The Brain Charity, highlights the positive efforts being made to support people living with neurological conditions and their loved ones.  Neurological Alliance […]