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Voices of Care"If our healthcare workforce are more competent with digital, society is probably more competent with digital as well" | James Benson | Voices of CareIn this compelling episode of Voices of Care, our host Suhail Mirza, sits down with James Benson, CEO of Central London Community Healthcare Trust and NHS England National Delivery Advisor for virtual wards, for an eye-opening conversation about the community care revolution happening right now.
2025-07-1433 minVoices of Care"How do we get people to care? All the rest of it is noise" - Valerie Michie | Voices Of CareWith the Social Care Commission promising answers and funding challenges intensifying, this Voices Of Care episode couldn't be more relevant. Host, Suhail Mirza sits down with Valerie Michie who highlights the imperative to celebrate social care, its workforce and its contribution to the economy and society; and how this narrative can spur policy and political leaders to engage and support the sector even as it faces profound pressure
2025-07-0140 min
Voices of Care"I fear that we are getting to the end of resilience" Stephen Burns | Voice of CareIn this compelling episode of the Voices of Care podcast, host Suhail Mirza sits down with Stephen Burns, Executive Director of Care, Inclusion and Communities at Peabody Trust, for an urgent conversation about the future of social housing and care. Stephen delivers a stark warning about the mounting pressures facing housing associations that are threatening their ability to build desperately needed social housing, support residents' care needs, and help ease NHS capacity issues. After what he describes as "difficult 15 years" that have left specialist services "cut to the bone," Stephen makes a direct appeal to the government for immediate...2025-06-1638 minVoices of Care"Life is not equal or fair" Professor Kevin Fenton CBE | Voices of CareIn this inspiring episode of Voices of Care, we speak with Professor Kevin Fenton CBE, President of the UK Faculty of Public Health, London’s Public Health Director and Statutory Health Advisor to the Mayor of London, about the transformative power of public health as both an art and a science. With decades of experience, Kevin provides crucial insights into how organised societal efforts can tackle health inequalities and create fairer communities for all. He discusses structural racism as a public health issue, shares London's remarkable success stories in HIV prevention and tobacco control and explores the exciting opportunities ahe...2025-06-0233 minVoices of Care"20% of Londoners are economically inactive!” Andrew Bland | Voices of CareIn this compelling episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza speaks with Andrew Bland, Chief Executive of NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. As NHS satisfaction hits its lowest level since records began in 1983, Bland presents his vision for a Neighbourhood Health Service to transform London's healthcare landscape. Addressing the "perfect storm" of economic inactivity and health inequalities facing Londoners, he outlines a bold community-based approach that could rebuild trust and deliver better outcomes. With 20% of adult Londoners economically inactive and primary care in crisis, Bland shares insights from his 25 years in healthcare and explains how locally...2025-05-0645 minVoices of Care“20% of Londoners are economically inactive!” Andrew Bland | Voices of CareIn this compelling episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza speaks with Andrew Bland, Chief Executive of NHS South East London Integrated Care Board. As NHS satisfaction hits its lowest level since records began in 1983, Bland presents his vision for a Neighbourhood Health Service to transform London's healthcare landscape. Addressing the "perfect storm" of economic inactivity and health inequalities facing Londoners, he outlines a bold community-based approach that could rebuild trust and deliver better outcomes. With 20% of adult Londoners economically inactive and primary care in crisis, Bland shares insights from his 25 years in healthcare and explains how locally...2025-04-2845 minVoices of Care“It should be about people, not politics” Dr. Robert Kilgour | Voices of CareIn this eye-opening interview, social care entrepreneur Dr. Robert Kilgour delivers a brutally honest assessment of the UK's social care crisis. Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Dr. Kilgour examines alleged double standards in commissioning and the lack of business experience on the Government frontbench, while proposing his innovative "specialist regional model" for the care home sector. This industry legend reveals the dire challenges threatening social care - from unsustainable funding models to the looming wave of care home closures that could devastate communities across Britain.
2025-04-1350 minVoices of Care“The money doesn’t get passed on!” Sam Monaghan | Voices of CareIn this revealing episode of Voices of Care, Sam Monaghan, CEO of MHA (Methodist Homes) shares powerful insights on the distinctive role of spiritual care in supporting older adults, the creative possibilities within a challenging charity landscape, and his urgent vision for social care reform. He also addresses the stark funding reality facing social care organisations and presents his blueprint for meaningful reform that would properly recognise carers' skills and dedication. A must-watch for anyone interested in the future of care in Britain and the vital role of charitable organisations in supporting our ageing population.
2025-04-0137 minVoices of Care“If we have less immigration, more of us will have to work!” Damien Green | Voices of CareIn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, former Deputy Prime Minister and Social Care Foundation Chair Damian Green discusses pressing issues facing social care. Drawing from personal experience and policy expertise, Green addresses funding challenges, workforce recruitment, generational fairness, and the need to focus on prevention rather than the cure. With candid analysis of political failures and practical solutions, Green makes a compelling case for an urgent need for reform
2025-03-1640 minVoices of Care"They've invested millions in the UK" Rebekah Cresswell | Voices of CareIn this engaging episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Priory Group CEO Rebekah Cresswell explores the UK's mental health crisis, innovations in social care, and transforming services for those with autism and learning disabilities. Drawing from both NHS and private sector experience, she shares powerful patient stories, discusses workforce challenges, and explains how collaborative approaches can improve outcomes while reducing costs.
2025-03-0446 minVoices of Care"The NHS is the most diverse employer in Europe" Jenni Douglas-Todd | Voices of CareIn this episode of #VoicesofCare, we're joined by Jenni Douglas-Todd, Chair of Dorset Integrated Care System, Jenni shares insights from leading Dorset's Integrated Care Board, addressing winter pressures, and tackling health inequalities. Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Jenni emphasises the importance of prevention, community engagement, and technological innovation while championing equality and diversity in the NHS.
2025-02-1737 minVoices of Care"Bank rates are often now higher than agency rates" Neil Carberry | Voices of CareWe welcome, Neil Carberry, CEO of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), back to Voices of Care. Neil joins host Suhail Mirza for a candid conversation about workforce challenges and practical solutions for the future of healthcare staffing. They explore misconceptions about agency costs, the importance of flexible working options for healthcare professionals, and why blanket restrictions on agency staffing could cost more than they save.
2025-02-0235 minVoices of Care"We are all going to die" James Sanderson | Voices of CareIn this powerful episode of the #VoicesofCare podcast, host Suhail Mirza is joined by Sue Ryder CEO, James Sanderson. They explore the current crisis in end-of-life care, the £8 billion economic impact of grief, and Sue Ryder's bold vision for integrating hospice care into hospitals. Their in-depth discussion covers vital topics impacting healthcare in the UK, such as the need for better palliative care funding, the importance of advance planning for end-of-life wishes, and practical solutions to ensure no one faces death or grief alone.
2025-01-1931 minVoices of Care"They see themselves as being the NHS" Louise Stead | Voices of CareWe welcome Louise Stead, Chief Executive of Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, back to #VoicesofCare for another insightful episode. Louise offers a candid exploration of the healthcare landscape. She highlights critical challenges facing the NHS, including nursing workforce shortages, technological innovation, and the upcoming ten-year plan. Louise provides a nuanced perspective on leadership, cultural transformation, and the future of healthcare, drawing from her extensive experience as an NHS chief executive and offering valuable insights into the complex world of healthcare management.
2025-01-0632 minVoices of Care"We're expecting a 43% increase in people with dementia" Skills for Care | Voices of CareIn this insightful episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Professor Oonagh Smith (CEO of Skills for Care) and Sir David Pearson (Co-Chair, Skills for Care) tackle the critical challenges facing the social care workforce, unveiling a comprehensive strategy to address recruitment issues, skills development, and future needs. They discuss the urgent need to transform social care, emphasising the potential to provide meaningful, flexible careers that support an evolving population with increasingly complex care requirements.
2024-12-0939 minVoices of Care"1 in 5 doctors are reducing their hour just to be able to cope!" Voices of Care | Charlie MasseyIn this Voices of Care podcast, GMC Chief Charlie Massey discusses the expanding roles of physician associates, concerns around medical workforce inequality and retention, and the importance of compassionate leadership in addressing these challenges. Massey outlines the GMC's regulatory priorities and the broader reforms underway as the NHS navigates workforce pressures and aims to deliver high-quality, equitable patient care.
2024-12-0130 minVoices of Care"We need to pay them more than Tesco" Dr. Rima Makarem | Voices of CareOn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Rima Makarem, Chair of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board, discusses transforming healthcare delivery, tackling health inequalities, improving mental health services through digital innovation, and creating new pathways for workforce development. With her unique background in life sciences and healthcare leadership, Rima offers valuable perspectives on the future of the NHS and social care integration.
2024-11-1733 minVoices of Care"Society is sicker, and therefore more demanding" Richard Meddings | Voices of CareIn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, NHS England Chair Richard Meddings discusses the current state and future of the NHS with host Suhail Mirza. He highlights record levels of healthcare delivery despite challenges, major structural changes to improve efficiency, and key priorities like workforce planning and technological innovation. Meddings also shares his vision for leveraging tools like the NHS app, AI, and genomics to transform patient care.
2024-11-0437 minVoices of Care"Why is it we find it difficult to talk about racism?" Joy Warmington | Voices of CareIn this thought-provoking episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Professor Joy Warmington, CEO of brap, discusses the critical issue of racism in healthcare with host Suhail Mirza. Warmington challenges conventional thinking, arguing that we must move beyond simply being "not racist" to actively "anti-racist." She unpacks complex topics including race as a social construct, systemic barriers in healthcare, and the distinction between transactional and transformational change. With a focus on creating truly inclusive environments, Warmington offers insights on courageous leadership and paints an inspiring vision for a more equitable NHS that confidently embraces its diversity.
2024-10-2728 minVoices of Care"The funding doesn't come and the regulation doesn't work" Andrea Kinkade | Voices of CareIn this episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza interviews Andrea Kinkade, CEO of Lifeways Group. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the UK's social care sector, focusing on services for adults with complex needs. Kinkade shares insights on improving hospital discharge, the importance of personalised care, and the need for better recognition of social care expertise.
2024-10-1334 minVoices of Care"We need to use data to provide insights on how impactful our care is" Mark Cubbon | Voices of CareIn this episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza interviews Mark Cubbon, CEO of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. They discuss the scale and services provided by the trust, the need to plan for a growing and diverse population in Manchester, and the importance of collaboration and innovation to drive the future of social care. Mark also talks about addressing health inequalities with initiatives to inspire future healthcare professionals, support employment opportunities, and ensure accessible services.
2024-10-0641 minVoices of Care"What helps people stay well? Hope, meaning, purpose." Salma Yasmeen | Voices of CareIn the latest episode of the Voices of Care podcast, host Suhail Mirza interviews Salma Yasmeen, CEO of Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust. They discuss the trust's comprehensive mental health and learning disability services, the challenges and improvements in mental health care, and the importance of integrated care systems. Salma shares insights on workforce development, addressing health inequalities, and her involvement in the Pathways to Work Commission.
2024-09-2931 minVoices of Care"Is the NHS broken, or is society fractured?" Sarah Woolnough | Voices of CareOn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Sarah Woolnough, CEO of the King's Fund, discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the NHS and social care in England. She shares insights on health inequalities, the importance of prevention, and the need for bold leadership to drive transformative change in the healthcare system.
2024-09-2235 minVoices of Care"We want to offer Londoners, where they want it, digital-first care" Caroline Clarke | #VoicesofCareCaroline Clarke, NHS England's Regional Director for London, discusses the future of healthcare in the capital. From digital-first strategies and community-based care to addressing health inequalities, Clarke shares insights on London's diverse health challenges and innovative solutions. She highlights the importance of public engagement, technological advancements, and cross-sector collaboration in improving health outcomes for Londoners.
2024-09-1533 min
The RigLogix PodcastRLX News Roundup 6th September 2024Kath Gammack presents the roundup of some of the week’s key offshore rig news and rig data for the week ending September 6th 2024.Cairn awards jackup contract for Cambay Drill$123 million ultra-deepwater drillship contract for Transocean off IndiaSMS Joy bags one-year deal with Newcross PetroleumStena Carron further extended off GuyanaNoble Globetrotter I gets extra time with ShellNoble awarded extensions for Guyana drillship quartetLOA for jackup Shelf Drilling AchieverShelf Drilling jackup wins 10-well contract in West AfricaAdmarine 510 moved inshore BahrainHarvey H Ward starts Saudi suspensionADNOC dropping Foresight jackupTransocean selling two non-strategic assets2024-09-0609 minVoices of Care"A lot of those deaths could be prevented" Charles Gore | Voices of CareIn this episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza interviews Charles Gore, executive director of the Medicines Patent Pool. Gore discusses the organisation's mission to increase access to affordable medicines in low and middle-income countries through voluntary licensing agreements with pharmaceutical companies. He explains their work in HIV, hepatitis C, and tuberculosis, as well as their expansion into COVID-19 treatments and non-communicable diseases.
2024-09-0139 minVoices of Care"Tackling racial inequality not only saves money. It saves lives" Prof. Habib Naqvi | Voices of CareProfessor Habib Naqvi MBE, Chief Executive at NHS Race and Health Observatory, joins us on #VoicesofCare to discuss tackling racial health inequalities in the UK healthcare system. He explores key issues like maternal health disparities, mental health access, workforce diversity, and the importance of data-driven approaches. Professor Habib highlights the Observatory's work in addressing systemic racism in healthcare and fostering international collaboration to drive meaningful change.
2024-08-2534 minVoices of Care"How do we get the best from technology" Pritesh Mistry | Voices of CareIn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, Pritesh Mistry, Fellow at the King's Fund discusses cutting-edge developments in healthcare technology with host Suhail Mirza. Pritesh explores the NHS Federated Data Platform, leadership challenges in digital healthcare, bridging the digital divide, AI's potential in patient care, and technology's role in social care.
2024-08-1128 minVoices of Care"We've got a crisis system" The Social Care Round Table | Voices of CareIn this special episode of Voices of Care, host Suhail Mirza interviews three leading experts in social care: Professor Vic Rayner, Professor Martin Green, and Dr. Jane Townsend. They discuss the pressing issues facing the social care sector, including workforce challenges, funding problems, and the need for better integration. They offer insights on potential solutions, such as improving commissioning practices, investing in technology, and elevating the status of care work. They also touch on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and provide recommendations for the government to address the sector's long-standing issues.
2024-08-0439 minVoices of Care"We're competing with the NHS rather than working in tandem" James Tugendat | Voices of CareOn this episode of the Voices of Care podcast, James Tugendhat, CEO of HC-One, discusses the challenges and opportunities in social care. Alongside host Suhail Mirza, James explores HC-One's initiatives to improve dementia care, develop the nursing workforce, and implement digital care platforms. Tugendhat shares insights on addressing the growing demand for social care, attracting investment for new care homes, and the importance of integrated care systems.
2024-07-2230 minVoices of Care"You have to change the narrative" Deborah Sturdy | Voices of CareProfessor Deborah Sturdy, Chief Nurse for Social Care in England, features on this episode of Voices of Care. Alongside host, Suhail Mirza, Professor Sturdy discusses her work as Chief Nurse for Social Care, the critical role of nursing in social care settings, and the vital need to change perceptions around social care nursing.
2024-07-1523 minVoices of Care"The absence of a workforce strategy has hampered development" Vic Rayner OBE | Voices of CareThis episode of the #VoicesofCare podcast features Professor Vic Rayner, CEO of the National care Forum. Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Vic discusses the work of the National Care Forum, the challenges facing the social care sector, and the importance of thinking about social care first. They also explore the need for improvement in pay and terms and conditions for care workers, the role of not-for-profit organisations in social care, and the potential of technology in transforming the sector.
2024-07-0232 minVoices of Care"Labour and the Conservatives are getting off lightly!" Joseph Musgrave | Voices of CareThis episode of the Voices of Care podcast features Joseph Musgrave, CEO of Home and Community Care Ireland (HCCI). Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Joseph discusses the transformation of social care in Ireland, the growing importance of home care, and the challenges posed by an ageing population. Joseph also shares insights on policy changes following upcoming elections in the UK and Ireland, funding models, and the critical need for a sustainable approach to social care.
2024-06-2626 min
CIPDHR People Pod – Ep 2: Relationships at work | Mouse jiggling | Therapy dogs | Summer of sportDo romantic relationships at work need to be disclosed? Can you trust a ‘mouse jiggler’? How do you manage time off or flexibility around major sporting events? Join the conversation with David D’Souza, CIPD Director of Profession, Gemma Dale, Senior Lecturer at Liverpool Business School, and David Balls, Chief People Officer at Newcross Healthcare Solutions, as we unpack the topical stories over the past fortnight and look at how HR can consider their impact for their own organisations.2024-06-2632 minVoices of Care"Hip replacements are done by robots" PHIN | Voices of Care"Dr Ian Gargan, CEO of the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN), and Pooja Rupalia-Seyani, Analytics Manager at PHIN, feature on this episode of the Voices of Care podcast.
Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Dr Ian and Pooja discuss the importance of data in healthcare, the need for collaboration between the NHS and the private acute sector, and PHIN’s progress in delivering the CMA Order.
2024-06-1226 minVoices of Care"The Carer's Allowance is an absolute disaster" Sir Ed Davey | Voices of CareSir Ed Davey, Leader of the Liberal Democrats and MP for Kingston and Surbiton, features on this episode of #VoicesofCare. Alongside host, Suhail Mirza, Sir Ed discusses his personal connection to care, the pressing need for long-term social care reforms, the Liberal Democrats’ vision for transforming social care, and the challenge of tackling the country’s health inequalities.
2024-05-3027 minVoices of CareMichelle Gorringe - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 20Michelle Gorringe, co-founder of Newcross Healthcare and its first Chief Ethical Officer, features on this episode of the Voices of Care podcast.
Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Michelle discusses her new role as Newcross’ Chief Ethical Officer, her nursing journey as well as the journey of Newcross Healthcare, FuturU and healthcare education provision, and the importance of supporting wellbeing for healthcare professionals.
2024-05-0237 minVoices of CareProfessor Geeta Menon - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 19Professor Geeta Menon, Chair of the British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) Grand Advisory Council, features on this episode of the Voices of Care podcast.
Alongside host Suhail Mirza, Geeta discusses the challenges faced by international medical graduates, gender inequality in the medical profession, the role of technology in medical education and leadership in healthcare.
2024-04-1729 minVoices of CareAndrea Sutcliffe - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 18Andrea Sutcliffe, CEO at the Nursing and Midwifery Council features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Andrea shares her experiences and expertise in the healthcare landscape, discussing topics ranging from the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, the significance of inclusion for nurses and patient wellbeing, leadership in healthcare, and the challenges faced by the NMC in 2023.
2024-04-0332 minVoices of CareTadgh Daly - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 17Tadgh Daly, Chief Executive Officer of Nursing Homes Ireland, features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Tadgh discusses increased workforce pressures, the impact of nursing home closures on the sector, lack of funding, ever-changing age demographics of the healthcare population, as well as the positive contributions of the nursing home sector.
2024-03-2021 minVoices of CareProfessor David Laughton - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 16Professor David Laughton, Group CEO at Royal Wolverhampton & Walsall NHS Trust features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, David discusses his extensive experience, challenges faced by the NHS, leadership and culture, and potential strategies for improvement in the healthcare system.
2024-03-0632 minVoices of CarePatricia Higgins - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 15Patricia Higgins, CEO of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Patricia discusses workforce pressures faced in social and health care, Northern Ireland Social Care Council’s Strategic Plan for 2023 to 2027, as well as the Social Care Collaborative Forum.
2024-02-2124 minVoices of CareAnna Severwright - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 14Anna Severwright, co-convenor at Social Care Future, features on this episode of Voices of Care. Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Anna discusses the need for social care to focus on enabling individuals to lead a "gloriously ordinary life", Social Care Future's vision and the need for co-production to reshape social care.
2024-02-0727 minVoices of CareJackie Irvine - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 13Jackie Irvine, Chief Executive of the Care Inspectorate, features on this episode of #VoicesofCare.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Jackie discusses the Care Inspectorate's work across Scotland's health and social care sector, the current challenges faced post-pandemic, and the importance of continuous innovation and collaboration with service users and providers.
2024-01-3131 minVoices of CareClare Teeney - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 12Clare Teeney, Chief People Officer at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, features on this episode of #VoicesofCare. Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Clare discusses the implementation of the NHS workforce plan, the significance of inclusion and diversity in workforce recruitment, as well as the future of training and education within healthcare.
2024-01-1725 min
CIPDPodcast 203: What makes the ideal people professional?The role of a people professional can often feel like an impossible task, being pulled from pillar to post in one of the most multi-faceted jobs in the organisation. Given the growing portfolio of responsibilities that people professionals need to manage, and the expectations around that, what does it take to thrive in this complex role?
Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests: Laura Callahan, Director at Willow HR; David Balls, Chief People Officer at Newcross Healthcare Solutions; and Peter Cheese, Chief Executive at CIPD, as we explore the skills, behaviours and competencies required to create the ‘unicorn’ people profes...2024-01-0935 minVoices of CarePauline Shepherd - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 11Pauline Shepherd, CEO at the Independent Health and Care Providers in Northern Ireland, features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Pauline discusses the role of the independent sector amidst the current workforce crisis in healthcare, inclusion & the need to promote social care as a career.
2023-12-1325 minVoices of CareMary Wimbury - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 10Mary Wimbury, CEO at Care Forum Wales, features on this episode of Voices of Care. Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Mary discusses the state of the social care sector in Wales, fees and funding, as well as what the future of the care workforce in Wales might look like.
2023-11-1521 minVoices of CarePhilip Luce - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 9Philip Luce, CEO at Bupa Cromwell, features on this episode of Voices of Care. Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Philip discusses the role of the independent acute sector, the fierce competition for workforce, and the sector’s bounce back from the Covid period.
2023-11-0728 minVoices of CareKaren Bonner - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 8Karen Bonner, Chief Nurse at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust features on this episode of Voices of Care. Alongside our host, Suhail Mirza, Karen discusses the promise and the provisions of the NHS long-term workforce plan, and the thorny issue of how to create a truly inclusive culture.
2023-10-0429 minVoices of CareCharlie Massey - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 7In this episode we’re joined by Charlie Massey, CEO at the General Medical Council. Charlie sits down with our host, Suhail Mirza, to discuss the unprecedented workforce pressure and burnout the medical profession is facing, and the transformation envisaged by the NHS workforce plan.
2023-09-2029 minVoices of CareRowena Christmas - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 6Dr Rowena Christmas, Chair at The Royal College of General Practitioners Wales features on this episode of Voices of Care. Rowena sits down with host Suhail Mirza to discuss the transformation of the primary care sector in Wales & the prominent roles GPs will face within it.
2023-09-0626 minVoices of CareToby Lewis - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 5Toby Lewis, CEO at Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust, features on this episode of Voices of Care.
Toby sits down with Suhail to discuss health inequalities, retention, the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, recruitment pathways and more.
2023-08-0931 minVoices of CareDr Ian Gargan - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 4Dr Ian Gargan, CEO at Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) sits down with Voices of Care host Suhail Mirza to discuss the current status of the independent sector and the role it can play in supporting the NHS.
2023-07-2623 minVoices of CareSiva Anandaciva - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 3Siva Anandaciva, Chief Analyst at The King’s Fund, joins Voices of Care host Suhail Mirza this week to offer his insight into funding, international comparisons, the state of clinical facilities and more.
2023-07-1223 minVoices of CareStephen Dorrell - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 2Former Secretary of State for Health and Chair of Public Policy Projects Stephen Dorrell is our guest on #VoicesofCare this week.
Stephen and host Suhail Mirza explore the issues facing healthcare, and what their solutions could look like, in this insightful episode.
2023-06-2832 minVoices of CareMatthew Kershaw - Voices of Care, Season 2 Episode 1Matthew Kershaw, CEO of Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, joins Suhail Mirza on the first episode of Voices of Care: Season 2.
Matthew boasts more than 30 years’ experience in healthcare and sits down with Suhail to discuss topics such as integration, transformation, partnerships and health inequalities.
2023-06-1431 minVoices of CareMichael Manuccia - Voices of Care, Episode 24Michael Manuccia, CEO of FuturU, joins Suhail Mirza on this week’s Voices of Care to discuss staff shortages and development, technology and his vision for the future.
2023-05-1721 minVoices of CareHelen Whyley - Voices of Care, Episode 23Helen Whyley, Director for the Royal College of Nursing in Wales, joins host Suhail Mirza on this week’s Voices of Care episode to discuss the pressures that led to industrial action, the future of nursing, diversity and much, much more.
2023-05-1027 minVoices of CareSim Scavazza - Voices of Care, Episode 22Sim Scavazza, Acting Chair at NHS Buckinghamshire Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board, sits down with Voices of Care host Suhail Mirza to discuss diversity, cultural change, innovation and the ongoing crisis the industry finds itself in.
2023-05-0323 minVoices of CareProfessor Kamila Hawthorne MBE - Voices of Care, Episode 21Professor Kamila Hawthorne MBE, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, joins Voices of Care host Suhail Mirza this week in a powerful interview.
Kamila speaks passionately about funding, GP shortages, technology and inequalities in the eye-opening episode.
2023-04-2626 minVoices of CareOonagh Smyth - Voices of Care, Episode 20Oonagh Smyth, CEO of Skills for Care, is this week’s guest on Voices of Care and shares her valuable insight on the current state of the industry, as well as what the future has in store, with host Suhail Mirza.
2023-04-1924 minVoices of CareIan Smith - Voices of Care, Episode 19Ian Smith is the Chair of NHS Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board, who work with people in Surrey Heartlands to create better, healthier lives. They have a focus on prevention and support that’s targeted where it’s most needed to reduce the unfairness some people experience in accessing care, so nobody is left behind. Ian was previously Executive Chairman of Four Seasons Health Care and Chief Executive of the General Healthcare Group.
In this episode of Voices of Care Ian talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about the importance of offering career paths within the health and s...2023-04-0526 minVoices of CareTim Orchard - Voices of Care, Episode 18Tim Orchard is a consultant physician and gastroenterologist and Chief Executive of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust which provides acute and specialist healthcare in North West London for around a million and a half people every year. It is one of the largest NHS trusts in England and together with Imperial College London forms an academic health science centre.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Tim Orchard talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about the importance of job satisfaction and attention to health and wellbeing within the workforce, the role of technology in the health and s...2023-03-3025 minVoices of CareLouise Stead - Voices of Care, Episode 17Louise Stead, CEO of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, has more than three decades’ experience as a nurse and features on this week’s episode of Voices of Care to discuss several insightful topics, including the future of healthcare, staff wellbeing and recruitment, with host Suhail Mirza.
2023-03-2323 minVoices of CareRichard Mitchell - Voices of Care, Episode 16Richard Mitchell, the Chief Executive of University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, re-joined the Trust as chief executive in October 2021 having worked as the chief executive of Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for four years. Richard is also the Chair of the East Midlands Cancer Alliance and Midlands Regional and Talent Leadership Board.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Richard Mitchell talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about the importance of ethical international recruitment, how looking after the health and social workforce through providing the basics is key, and why we need to move beyond...2023-03-1526 minVoices of CareLaura Skaife-Knight - Voices of Care, Episode 15This week’s guest on Voices of Care is Laura Skaife-Knight, Deputy Chief Executive at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Kings Lynn. Over the past three years Laura has transformed the hospital from “basket case” into success story with a particular emphasis on staff wellbeing.
Laura sits down with host Suhail Mirza to discuss some of the initiatives she implemented at the Norfolk hospital in an insightful and refreshing conversation.
2023-03-0823 min
Talking RecruitmentEpisode 4: Adopting effective wellbeing practices the workplaceIn this episode, Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive interviews Suhail Mirza, Non Executive Director at Newcross Healthcare and a global speaker and coach on inner wellness. They discuss wellbeing in the workplace in high pressured roles, the need to step back and assess how to maintain healthy practices and how to help individuals to flourish.
Tune in to hear about:
* The challenges and opportunities that we are now facing post pandemic
* How to promote and facilitate a better culture in the workplace, and the need to eliminate toxic working cultures, micromanagement and the stigmatisation of those facing mental health challenges
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REC Scale Up PodcastEpisode 4: Adopting effective wellbeing practices the workplaceIn this episode, Neil Carberry, REC Chief Executive interviews Suhail Mirza, Non Executive Director at Newcross Healthcare and a global speaker and coach on inner wellness. They discuss wellbeing in the workplace in high pressured roles, the need to step back and assess how to maintain healthy practices and how to help individuals to flourish. Tune in to hear about: * The challenges and opportunities that we are now facing post pandemic * How to promote and facilitate a better culture in the workplace, and the need to eliminate toxic working cultures, micromanagement and the stigmatisation of those facing mental health challenges...2023-03-0226 minVoices of CareIan Trenholm - Voices of Care, Episode 14Ian Trenholm is the Chief Executive at the Care Quality Commission (CQC), an independent regulator of health and adult social care in England. The CQC strives to ensure health and social services provide people with safe, effective, compassionate, high-quality care and encourage care services to improve.
Ian joins host Suhail Mirza to discuss the strikes, gridlock and crisis facing the care industry in a transparent and honest interview.
2023-03-0127 minVoices of CareDr Donald Macaskill - Voices of Care, Episode 13Dr Donald Macaskill is the CEO of Scottish Care, the representative body for care providers in the independent sector, and has dedicated his career to the health and social care sectors across the UK. Dr Macaskill also sits on a number of governmental committees and workings groups and is a trustee for a number of charities.
In this episode, Dr Macaskill discusses the current state of the care industry in an eye-opening discussion.
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Voices of CareDr Donald Macaskill - Voices of Care, Episode 13Dr Donald Macaskill is the CEO of Scottish Care, the representative body for care providers in the independent sector, and has dedicated his career to the health and social care sectors across the UK. Dr Macaskill also sits on a number of governmental committees and workings groups and is a trustee for a number of charities.
In this episode, Dr Macaskill discusses the current state of the care industry in an eye-opening discussion.
2023-02-2228 minVoices of CareStephen Pattrick - Voices of CareStephen Pattrick is the CEO and Co-founder of Newcross Healthcare. Since 1996, Newcross Healthcare has been working with carers and clients at a grassroots level. Newcross Healthcare serves every part of Britain. Creating a truly joined up healthcare ecosystem, to ensure clients can find healthcare workers to fit their needs and nurses and carers can find work that fits around their lives.
Stephen sits down with our host, Suhail Mirza, to discuss the future of hospital at home, using technology to improve patient outcomes and lower costs, democratise care through early diagnosis, and offer free training to enable...2023-02-2132 minVoices of CareProfessor Joe Harrison - Voices of Care, Episode 12Professor Joe Harrison is CEO of the Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and has been an NHS acute hospital Chief Executive for over ten years. Along with an ambitious digital innovation programme, Joe has championed workplace wellbeing to improve the working lives of the team at MKUH.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Professor Joe Harrison talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about the importance of attracting and looking after employees, opening an independent medical school, and promoting health and wellbeing within the workplace.
2023-02-1527 minVoices of CareJustin Ash - Voices of Care, Episode 11Justin Ash is CEO of Spire Healthcare, a private healthcare provider with 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across the UK. He is also a member of the strategic council of Independent Healthcare Providers Network, the only membership organisation for independent healthcare providers across the UK, and a chair of the trustees of THET (Tropical Health & Education Trust).
In this episode of Voices of Care, Justin Ash talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about how apprenticeships have the power to transform the sector, the importance of speaking up, openness, listening, and responding appropriately, and how the workforce is at the hea...2023-02-1424 min
The Interviews from Podcast RadioSuhail Mirza, Newcross Healthcare presents Voices of Care discusses his new Podcast seriesIt seems you can’t switch on your TV or pick up your phone these days without being assailed by headlines lamenting the crisis in our NHS.Whether it’s nurses going on strike, long wait times for operations, ambulances queuing outside hospitals, or stories of a social care system on the verge of collapse….There is undoubtedly a crisis in our health and care sector, but are we getting the whole picture, and are we hearing enough about what’s being done by the people in charge to try and put things right?A new...2023-02-0522 minVoices of CareSir Julian Hartley - Voices of Care, Episode 10Previously chief executive at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and now chief executive of NHS Providers’, Sir Julian Hartley is motivated by the opportunity to champion and advocate for NHS organisations at a time of great pressure faced by all who work in the health service. He says that he wants to bring his experience and insight to the wider debate about the NHS at a time when we face one of the most challenging periods in its history.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Sir Julian Hartley talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about pre...2023-02-0132 minVoices of CareRaina Summerson - Voices of Care, Episode 9Raina Summerson is CEO of Agincare and is closely involved with the Homecare Association and other national bodies in respect of lobbying for the social care sector. Raina is a qualified social worker, with a Masters in Mental Health Services and has worked in social care since 1989, both privately and in the Local Authority/NHS environment.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Raina Summerson talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about the relationship between health and social care, being a social care advocate, and the importance of learning and development in the sector.
2023-01-2525 minVoices of CareNeil Carberry - Voices of Care, Episode 8Neil Carberry is the CEO of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which drives standards and empowers recruitment businesses to build better futures for their candidates and themselves. He is a three-time nominee to the SIA Staffing 100 in Europe and on the board of the World Employment Confederation and a primary academy trust in Oxfordshire.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Neil Carberry talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about recruitment being one of the UK's great undersold success stories, being a critical partner for the health and social care sector, and digital right to work checks. 2023-01-1827 minVoices of CareSteve Moore - Voices of Care, Episode 7Steve Moore is CEO of the Hywel Dda University Health Board, which provides healthcare services to a total population of around 385,615 throughout Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire. He is a strong believer in the need to make the organisation the best it can be by supporting staff to learn, develop and grow.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Steve Moore talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about vacancy shortages across the health and social care sector, integrated workforce planning, and the importance of inclusion.
2022-12-1321 minVoices of CareJames Tugendhat - Voices of Care, Episode 6James Tugendhat is CEO of HC-One and cites one of the key reasons for joining was HC-One’s commitment to being the Kind Care Company. HC-One is Britain’s largest care home operator, with more than 275 care homes across England, Scotland and Wales specialising in dementia, nursing, and residential care for older people.
In this episode of Voices of Care, James Tugendhat talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about wellbeing burnout within the workforce, international recruitment, and the importance of delivering person-centered care.
2022-12-0623 minVoices of CareSir James Mackey - Voices of Care, Episode 5Sir James Mackey is Chief Executive of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and one of the most celebrated and respected leaders within the NHS. He has been appointed by NHS England and NHS Improvement as SRO and National Director of Elective Recovery supporting the national team to find new ways to address the elective backlog.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Sir James Mackey talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about further reducing NHS waiting times, ensuring that both staff members and patients have the best experience possible, and the importance of recognising and acknowledging achievements tha...2022-11-2927 minVoices of CareDr. Jane Townson & Mark Story - Voices of Care, Episode 4Dr Jane Townson is CEO of the Homecare Association, the professional association representing and supporting providers of care in people’s own homes. She has extensive experience in the health, social care, and technology industries, and works to ensure that homecare is valued so that everyone can live well at home and flourish within their communities.
In this episode of Voices of Care, Dr Jane Townson talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, alongside Mark Story, Newcross Healthcare’s Head of Learning Innovation, about the importance of care at home, offering excellent training and development opportunities to healthcare prof...2022-11-2231 minVoices of CareProfessor Martin Green - Voices of Care, Episode 3Professor Martin Green OBE is the CEO of Care England, the largest and most diverse representative body for independent providers of adult social care in England. He is also Chair of the International Longevity Centre, Trustee of the National Aids Trust, and led the development of the Dementia Care and Support Compact for The Prime Minister's Challenge on Dementia in 2012. In 2008, Martin was named Care Personality of the Year and was awarded an OBE for Services to Social Care in the 2012 Queen's Birthday Honours List.
In this episode of #VoicesofCare, Professor Green talks to our host, Suhail...2022-11-1522 minVoices of CareRoisin Fallon-Williams - Voices of Care, Episode 2Roisin Fallon-Williams is the CEO of the Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation and a Registered Learning Disability Nurse who spent much of her early career in clinical roles within mental health and learning disability NHS organisations. Roisin also held the position of Chief Executive at Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust which achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission during her time there.
In this episode of #VoicesofCare, Roisin talks to our host, Suhail Mirza, about thinking collectively to solve common issues, international recruitment, and addressing diversity in the sector.
2022-11-0824 minVoices of CareSir David Nicholson - Voices of Care, Episode 1Sir David Nicholson, a former chief executive of the NHS in England and currently Chair at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals, NHS Trust, and most recently appointed as Chair to Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust sits down with host, Suhail Mirza to discuss enabling the workforce of the future. #VoicesofCare
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2022-11-0128 minVoices of CareVoices of Care TrailerVoices of Care is a new podcast series from Newcross Healthcare.
Over the course of this series, we will speak to luminaries from across the NHS and social care spectrum to find out first-hand the challenges facing this sector and to examine the solutions that are being put in place to ameliorate the situation.
The likes of Sir David Nicholson, Sir Jim Mackay, Dr. Jane Townson, Professor Joe Harrison, Roisin Fallon-Williams and Professor Martin Green will join Suhail Mirza to debate these live issues to discuss how we can enable the health care workforce...2022-10-2100 min
World Energy Leaders: Diamond In The Rough Podcast04: 2021 ENERGY LEADER FOR TOMORROWIfeoluwa is a developing energy engineer at Newcross Exploration and Production where she works on reservoir engineering, well completion engineering and developing machine learning algorithms to solve problems in the oil and gas industry. Her strong drive for sustainability and advancement in the energy industry led to her nomination as part of the Society of Petroleum Engineer, Covenant University Chapter leadership team. The tenure translated into an increased focus on the challenges in the energy sector in Nigeria via various technical symposiums. She is also a serial volunteer with a heart for young students with multiple Energy4me events g...2021-10-3142 min
New Cross LearningLunch-time LamentsNathan talks about the launch of Live Lunchtimes @ New Cross Learning. A new weekly music session every Wednesday at 1pm #live #performance #music #poetry #spoken #word #culture #newcross #new #cross #gig #lewisham #event #london #free #event #art2013-04-1701 min
New Cross LearningIn The Rhino's Stomach"In the Rhino's Stomach" an original story by Big Mouth Mina coming soon to NXL! #performance #storytelling #rhino #story #telling #performance #children #newcross #new #cross #library #learning #lewisham #halfterm #activity #free #racism #fable2013-04-0302 min
New Cross LearningVolunteering via the City#community #london #library #community #volunteering #learning #work #money #lewisham #time #credits #spice #newcross #people2013-03-2102 min
New Cross LearningNXL As exciting as life can be#newcross #lewisham #documentary #film #london #community #library #goldsmiths #learning #people #filming #work #community2013-03-2101 min
New Cross LearningGill Hart Chair of New X Learning, talks about the changes in the Library system and how well they are doing.From not knowing how to open the shutters to hosting all types of events. The lively and inspirational Gill Hart, retired teacher and chairwoman at New Cross Learning.
#newcross #new #cross #people #library #learning #award #ourheroes #south #london #press #trophy #thanks #london #lewisham #community #interview #cuts #council #story #directaction2013-03-0808 min
New Cross LearningBadge making#badge #savelewisham #savelewishamhospital #lewisham #newcrosslearning #newcross #library #community #peopleslibrary2013-02-2801 min
New Cross LearningEliana is volunteering for the day at New Cross Learning.New Cross Learning depends on volunteers to keep the centre going.
#newcross #library #community #volunteering #newcrosslearning #learning #volunteer #peoples #lewisham2013-02-2800 min
New Cross LearningClare from Accenture is using her charity day volunteering for the Centre.Accenture encourage their staff to use three charity days to do good for others
#lewisham #newcross #library #badges #learning #peoples #london #volunteer #charity #community #work #job2013-02-2800 min
New Cross LearningEleanor is an M.A student at Goldsmiths she is helping to make A&E badgesThese badges are made and sold from the library in support of Lewisham Hospital.
#lewishamhospital #goldsmiths #badge #newcross #savelewisham #lewisham #newcross #library #community #cuts #peoples #learning2013-02-2800 min
New Cross LearningAcapella#acapella #singing #group #workshop #choir #club #london #lewisham #new #cross #newcross #people #learning #library2013-02-2700 min
New Cross LearningLucy volunteer at new cross learning#newcross #lewisham #library #learning #volunteer #london #community #peoples2013-02-2700 min
New Cross LearningNew Cross learning welcome you to their new channel, all are welcomeNathan welcomes you to New Cross Learning.
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