The National Cancer Plan for England
The Department for Health and Social Care has published The National Cancer Plan, which sets out a bold, long-term approach to improving cancer outcomes, experience and equity over the next decade. Shaped by lived experience, the Plan focuses on earlier diagnosis,...
Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child – A NEW resource for parents
NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board (NCL ICB) is launching Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child, a practical guide created by parents and carers, for parents and carers. Originally developed by the Essex Family Forum and Parent Carer Forum in Essex, this...
New Interim Chief Executive Officer announced
Following an appointments process, Katie Fisher has been appointed as the new interim Chief Executive Officer for North Central London and North West London, taking a secondment from her substantive role as Chief Executive Officer at South West London ICB. This will...
North London work and health support service will continue as part of national roll out
We welcome the announcement that WorkWell, a scheme piloted locally, providing support to help people get into, and stay in, work, will be launched nationally, along with confirmed local funding for it to continue. WorkWell is a voluntary service, jointly sponsored...
Have your say on proposals to relocate Mount Vernon Cancer Centre
Members of the public, patients, staff and stakeholders can share their views on proposals to relocate the Mount Vernon Cancer Centre to a new, purpose-built facility next to Watford General Hospital, managed by University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH).
Congratulations to New Year Honours recipients
The New Year Honours have been announced. See which of our NHS colleagues and partners were recognised this year.
‘Six for 2026’ Stop smoking tips for the New Year
Quitting smoking is one of the most powerful New Year’s resolutions you can make for your health and future. The NHS is here to support you every step of the way with free tools and guidance.
Pharmacy opening hours over Christmas and New Year
Pharmacists deliver a range of services to help you stay well and can provide expert advice and treatment for minor health issues, without needing an appointment.
Choose the right NHS service for you and your family during doctors’ strikes
We are urging people to take extra care and use NHS services wisely during the planned strike action by resident doctors, taking place from 7:00am on Wednesday 17 December – 7:00am on Monday 22 December.