Government issues new digital guidance to transform adult social care
Social care employers will be better able to equip their staff with digital skills, enhancing patient care, thanks to new government guidance.
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Government failing to meet its digital commitments to social care
Last week the government said it was cutting its social care investment, a sign that the sector is not receiving enough to deliver care in the digital age.
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System C announces acquisition of Oxford Computer Consultants
System C has acquired Oxford Computer Consultants (OCC), a British IT business specialising in integrated contracts and finance solutions for social care.
Clinical Software
DHSC next steps to support social care cuts workforce investment in half
The DHSC has published an announcement on adult social care that allocates £100m for digitisation in the sector but cuts workforce investment in half.
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Government white paper commits to more digital care records
A government white paper has committed to ensuring that at least 80% of social care providers have a digitised care record in place by March 2024.
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Report calls for greater tech integration in adult social care
Assistive technology should be key to the government’s planned reforms within the social care sector, says a new report from the County Councils Network.
Infrastructure
Assistant ‘robots’ showcased among innovative social care solutions
Assistive robots were among innovations showcased as part of NHS Digital’s Social Care Programme to boost tech in social care.
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Fast-track online recruitment platform for adult social care launched
A new online platform to fast-track recruitment into the adult social care sector has been launched by the UK government.
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