Scotland could face a shortfall of 30,000 care home beds by 2036, according to a new report from Christie & Co, highlighting growing pressure on the country’s elderly care sector.

Two leading procurement specialists – Pagabo and HealthTrust Europe (HTE) – have announced a new strategic partnership that brings together their complementary strengths to create a single, streamlined procurement and delivery route for NHS organisations.

Ealing Hospital in west London has launched a £5.9 million project to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy resilience, with savings of around 900 tonnes of CO₂ and over £260,000 expected each year.