Emergence of new Clostridioides difficile ribotype (955) 

Clostridioides difficile are bacteria that cause diarrhoea particularly in older persons and those that have been or being treated with certain antibiotics. Since January 2021, there has been an increase in CDI for which there is no clear explanation. UKHSA is...

National Living Wage reminder

National Living Wage reminder On the 1st of April 2023 the National living wage increased. The National Living Wage is relevant to workers who are aged 23 and over (who are not in their first year of apprenticeship). As an employer it is important that you understand...

Get protected this winter

The COVID-19 booster and flu vaccinations will be rolled out in the next few months, and we wanted to begin raising awareness with you. It is important that staff take the opportunity when offered to keep themselves healthy and avoid spreading either virus to the...