The challenge is on This winter will be unlike any other and the health and care system must pull together to tackle the challenges it brings. 27 October 2021
The 18-week standard: a fit and proper patients’ test? Seizing the opportunity to review NHS targets could help the health service build back better – and fairer. 24 September 2021
A system approach to the demand crunch Exploring the practical measures that need to be put in place to enable the NHS to respond to rapidly rising demand. 18 August 2021
Provider collaboratives: all win or no win A look at the formal role of provider collaboratives, the opportunities they present and the challenges they must address. 13 August 2021
How small numbers can create great problems One COVID-19 patient has a significant impact on a trust's capacity. James Devine, our acute care programme director, explains why. 13 July 2021
In conversation with Raffaela Goodby – being an LGBTQ+ ally In this blog, James Devine, NHS Confederation's director of Acute Network, interviews Raffaela Goodby on what makes a good LGBTQ+ ally. 23 June 2021
Are we addressing workforce risks in managing the backlog? To succeed in reducing the waiting list for elective care, we must resolve workforce issues. 11 June 2021