Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing â
10 February 2026
Today’s briefing features a digital bedside service in Norfolk and a study on Transcranial magnetic stimulation as a treatment for depression.
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Exploring the interoperability conundrum
10 February 2026
This episode of Digital Health Unplugged, in partnership with BridgeHead Software, examines the hidden barriers to interoperability.
Oracle EPR go-live in Essex ‘likely to be delayed’
10 February 2026
The go-live of an electronic patient record (EPR) programme in Essex is likely to be delayed, according to a board paper.
BMA calls for NHS doctors to reject using the FDP
9 February 2026
The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for NHS doctors to limit usage of the federated data platform (FDP).
Ireland to begin procurement for a national electronic health record
9 February 2026
The Health Service Executive is about to begin procurement of a national electronic health record (EHR) for Ireland.Â
NHS productivity data to track trusts’ digital and tech adoption
9 February 2026
NHSE has set out how technology and digital innovation will be key to driving the productivity gains set out in the 10 year health plan.
Coroner calls for hospital access to GP notes after child’s death
6 February 2026
A coroner has called for hospital doctors to have electronic access to primary care medical notes, following the death of a four-year-old boy.
Data guardian seeks clarification on Palantir patient data access
5 June 2026
The National Data Guardian has asked NHSE to explain how Palantir staff gained access to
Movers and Shakers news roundup
5 June 2026
This Movers and Shakers roundup includes health secretary Wes Streeting’s resignation and the appointment of
NHSEâs Dermot Ryan confirmed for Summer Schools 2026
4 June 2026
Dermot Ryan, director of digital transformation at NHS England, has been announced as the latest
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing â
4 June 2026
Today’s briefing features the detection of Alzheimer’s using VR and a personal training platform that
John Browett named chair of NHS online hospital trust
4 June 2026
John Browett, business leader and former supermarket chief executive, has been named as chair of
