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A panel of the Health and Care Professions Council heard how the lab assistant turned up for work three times with the Isle of Wight NHS Trust under the influence of alcohol.
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IW MP, Andrew Turner, comments on three items from the Queen's Speech; the NHS Overseas Visitors Charging Bill, the Education for All Bill and finally fighting corruption and tax evasion in the Criminal Finances Bill.
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OnTheWight has discovered that the finances of the IW NHS Trust and CCG are in a position that requires immediate attention. A national body has drafted in a consultant to swiftly build a Financial Recovery Plan.
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Although plans for a Foundation Trust has been scrapped, the Isle of Wight NHS Trust has emphasised its commitment to include the public and partners in the future of the organisation.
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A landmark partnership agreement has been signed by the IW Council and IW NHS Trust for the integration of health and wellbeing services on the Island.
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The Isle of Wight MP says that whilst he appreciates the Government is looking for ways to fund a stronger nursing workforce in the NHS, he's concerned about the proposed removal of the NHS bursary scheme.
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The man responsible for overseeing drug purchases for 17 Isle of Wight GP practices has been dismissed following an investigation after he was caught on video in a newspaper expose.
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Father Christmas has been spreading some festive cheer to the children of staff working at the Isle of Wight NHS Trust, as a way of thanking them for their continued dedication and commitment over the past year.
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There is a shortage of crutches in the Isle of Wight health service. Were you given some that you don't need anymore? If so please return them asap.
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The NHS have clarified ambulance cover for Yarmouth. All details they provided are in the article.
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A smaller turnout than usual, but campaigners remain defiant
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Stop The Cuts rally on Saturday in Newport between 11am-12.30pm. Show your support for the NHS public services and hear keynote speeches from groups, unions and staff
