(Updated 20th August 2026) The NHS is building a new computer system called the Federated Data Platform (FDP). It brings together practical information like hospital bed numbers, waiting lists and staff rotas so services can be planned more … Read Article about An update on – The NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) and Palantir
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Celebrating Exceptional Leadership: Inspirational Leader Award 2026
Our Healthy Together Manager, Chloe, was shortlisted for the Inspirational Leader Award at the Norfolk and Suffolk Health and Care Awards 2026, and we were delighted to see her named as runner‑up at the ceremony in Newmarket. This recognition … Read Article about Celebrating Exceptional Leadership: Inspirational Leader Award 2026
Suffolk County Council’s Adult Social Care Services rated “Good”
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its latest assessment of Suffolk County Council’s Adult Social Care services, confirming an overall rating of “Good.” The report, released earlier this week, provides an overview of performance across … Read Article about Suffolk County Council’s Adult Social Care Services rated “Good”
Summer 2026 Coffee Crawl dates now available
The summer dates for the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Coffee Crawl are now available. These friendly weekly mornings give people a chance to enjoy a cuppa, have a chat and connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming space. They are open … Read Article about Summer 2026 Coffee Crawl dates now available
An update on – The NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) and Palantir
Update (May 2026) MPs debated the NHS Federated Data Platform in Parliament on 16 April 2026. In that debate, MPs from multiple parties raised concerns about transparency and trust, whether the NHS would be locked into a single supplier, and what … Read Article about An update on – The NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) and Palantir
The Timms Review of PIP: A Major Call for Evidence
The government has launched the Timms Review to ensure that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is fair and fit for the future in a changing world, and helps support disabled people to achieve better health, higher living standards and greater … Read Article about The Timms Review of PIP: A Major Call for Evidence
New chief executive of ESNEFT and Ipswich Hospital announced
Paul Scott appointed as the new chief executive of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT), which oversees Colchester Hospital and Ipswich Hospital. He brings extensive NHS leadership experience and a strong track record in system … Read Article about New chief executive of ESNEFT and Ipswich Hospital announced
Experiences of mental health crisis support at A&E in Suffolk
Suffolk User Forum (SUF) and Healthwatch Suffolk, now operating as Knowing Works CIC, have collaborated to gather feedback from people who have sought mental health support in local emergency departments (A&E). This work set out to refresh the … Read Article about Experiences of mental health crisis support at A&E in Suffolk
Beyond Labels; Celebrating Disability in Suffolk
On Thursday, 26th February 2026, members of the SUF team attended the preview of Suffolk Archives new exhibition, 'Beyond Labels: Celebrating Disability in Suffolk', which openned to the public on Friday 27th Februry 2026. Supported by a grant from … Read Article about Beyond Labels; Celebrating Disability in Suffolk
Urgent Update – Immediate closure of Steam Cafes in Suffolk and Norfolk
We have received confirmation that Access Community Trust ceased trading on the 25th February 2026. This has resulted in the immediate closure of the four STEAM cafés across Norfolk and Suffolk, as well as the Dual Diagnosis service in … Read Article about Urgent Update – Immediate closure of Steam Cafes in Suffolk and Norfolk