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News

NHS urged to wean itself off child labour

01/02/2010, author: Tim

The BMA’s Medical Fair and Ethical Trade group has launched an information campaign telling doctors about the dangerous working conditions and child labour evident in the production of NHS medical supplies.

Blog

Time is running out to have your say on NHS parking

29/01/2010, author: Tim

The Department of Health is running a consultation on NHS car parking: improving access for patients. Have your say by the DEADLINE 23 February. We believe it is really important that DH receive some comments from the health inequalities and low carbon perspective

Recent News

01/02/2010 - NHS urged to wean itself off child labour

13/01/2010 - LGIU Carbon Trading

13/01/2010 - Carbon reduction to be embedded into NHS London

Recent Blog Articles

29/01/2010 - Time is running out to have your say on NHS parking

13/01/2010 - Driving Round in Circles

17/12/2009 - Healthcare Wastes - Your opportunity to influence DoH Guidance

Events

The Road to Zero Carbon

09/02/2010, author: Tim

Location: The Watershed, Bristol

This conference will showcase some of the best low and zero carbon projects, with a strong focus on the steps and measures taken to achieve reductions in CO2 and the impact on the construction process, providing delegates with a unique opportunity to learn from those at the leading edge of compliance with this fast approaching standard.

Podcasts

Let's Talk Renal Rubbish by Mary Thomson

16/12/2009, author: Frances

Returning to work on the renal unit after a career break, Mary Thomson was taken aback by the lack of facilitates for segregating waste - 2 different coloured bags - take your pick! She decided to survey colleagues, asking about their recycling practices at home and aiming to find out "what happens to us when we come through the double doors to work"?

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