Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing â
24 February 2026
Today’s briefing includes X-on Health’s launch of Omni Consult and a study on simplifying complex medical results for patients using AI.
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The case for NHS-owned, open software
24 February 2026
In the latest episode, Marcus Baw calls for a rethink of NHS technology strategy, arguing that the service has drifted away from open source.
Partnership embeds primary care data directly into clinical trials
24 February 2026
A partnership between NorthWest eHealth and OneAdvanced is integrating primary care data into clinical trials to make UK research safer.
UK medical device testing hits record high driven by brain research
23 February 2026
Clinical investigations of medical devices reached their highest level on record in 2025, according to figures from the MHRA.
Mind to tackle AI mental health concerns with new commission
23 February 2026
Mind is launching an AI and Mental Health Commission to address concerns about inappropriate and dangerous mental health guidance from AI.
Interim leadership revealed for NHS Frontline Productivity plan
20 February 2026
Exclusive: The interim leadership structure for NHS England’s new Frontline Productivity programme has been revealed.
MHRA consults on indefinite recognition of CE-marked MedTech
20 February 2026
The MHRA has launched a consultation on proposals for indefinite recognition of CE-marked medical devices in Great Britain.
Covid passport app launched in Northern Ireland this week
29 July 2021
The Norther Ireland Department of Health has launched CovidCertNI to make it easier for people
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey expands Perfect Ward rollout
29 July 2021
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust has rolled out quality improvement technology Perfect
Amanda Pritchard confirmed as new NHS England chief executive
28 July 2021
Amanda Pritchard has been confirmed as the new chief executive of NHS England â and
Midlands Partnership NHS FT seeks digital strategy input
28 July 2021
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking opinions on its new digital strategy from users
NHS Digital pledges to increase staff diversity by 2025
28 July 2021
NHS Digital employs around 3,500 people across England. It is aiming for 19% of its
