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Last updated15 September 2023 Case study Local recruitment initiatives at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) trialed local recruitment initiatives, creating opportunities for those living in Cumbria.
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Last updated25 September 2023 Blog Staff engagement and retention - squaring the circle Steven Weeks explains how a focus on staff engagement can help support the retention of your workforce within the NHS.
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Last updated28 September 2023 Case study Going for gold at Dorset ICB This case study explores how Dorset ICB achieved its gold award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
Last updated2 October 2023 Article Health, safety and wellbeing homeworking guidance Guidance from the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Group (HSWG) which supports section 35 of the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook.