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BBC Politics27 May 2026

Resident doctors to strike for 16th time over pay

British Medical Association resident doctor members in England announce new strike for four days from 15 June.

Healthcare
BBC Politics26 May 2026

Social media as bad for young people as smoking, top doctors say

The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges says doctors should routinely check on screen time and social media use when seeing younger patients.

Healthcare
BBC Politics19 May 2026

MP failed by NHS appointed first maternity adviser

Michelle Welsh says she will work to push for "better, safer care for mothers, babies and families".

Healthcare
BBC Politics19 May 2026

MP failed by NHS appointed first maternity adviser

Michelle Welsh says she will work to push for "better, safer care for mothers, babies and families".

Healthcare
BBC Politics24 Apr 2026

The Big Debate: Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers

The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.

PoliticsEconomyHealthcare
BBC Politics14 Apr 2026

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use

NHS guidance that all hospitals should be using Palantir software from this month has sparked a backlash.

PoliticsDefenceHealthcare
BBC Politics14 Apr 2026

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use

NHS guidance that all hospitals should be using Palantir software from this month has sparked a backlash.

PoliticsDefenceHealthcare
BBC Politics13 Apr 2026

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

The party has announced its plans for health, education and taxation ahead of next month's Holyrood election.

PoliticsEconomyDefenceEducationHealthcare
BBC Politics13 Apr 2026

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

The party has announced its plans for health, education and taxation ahead of next month's Holyrood election.

PoliticsEconomyDefenceEducationHealthcare
BBC Politics9 Apr 2026

Four people die trying to board boat in Channel crossing attempt

Authorities say 37 people are being treated in hospital, but around 30 others continued their journeys to the UK.

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BBC Politics9 Apr 2026

Plaid Cymru promises action on NHS, childcare and economy

Plaid leader says Plaid government to cut waiting times, help with childcare costs and grow economy.

EconomyHealthcare
BBC Politics8 Apr 2026

NHS questions dominate election leaders' programme

The Conservatives, Plaid Cymru and the Liberal Democrats faced audience questions in Haverfordwest.

PoliticsHealthcare