Monday, 29 July 2013

An ageing rural Wales will force service redesign

The number of older people in Wales' rural areas is expected to rise by as much as 44% by 2021.

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Employment Tribunal Fees Begin

From today, any employee wishing to bring an employment tribunal will have to pay a fee upfront, meaning they can no longer bring a claim free of charge, for the first time since they were created in the 1960s.  Small claims such as unpaid wages will cost £160 to lodge and another £230 if it proceeds, whilst larger claims, such as claims for unfair dismissal will cost an initial £250, then a further £950. Fees will also apply if a claimant wants to appeal a decision. In the Employment Appeal Tribunal, the fees will be £400 to lodge an appeal…

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A Framework for Delivering Integrated Health and Social Care

The Welsh Government is seeking views on the proposed framework to improve services for older people.

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Ten new radio stations launch on DAB in NI

Back in April I mentioned that the selection of radio stations available on DAB in Northern Ireland was going to expand. Ofcom agreed to extend Digital One's licence to allow it to broadcast its...

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Why we're living to a healthier old age

 In the past the elderly have found themselves battling against poor health in the last six or seven years of their lives.

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Planning needed for nursing home bed provision

Reports that the health safety body HIQA will not grant an amnesty for public nursing homes to meet safety and quality standards highlights the need to establish a Forum on Long Term Residential Ca

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Unnecessary ward moves 'harm elderly patients', warn academics

The health and wellbeing of older hospital patients is being put at risk when they are shipped from ward to ward, experts have said.