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Investigation needed into rising child death rate in Shropshire![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Last year Shropshire had England's highest child death rate, data shows. NHS Integrated Care Board says the recent under-18 mortality rate needs examining to check for underlying issues. Parents of Kate Stanton-Davies and Pippa Griffiths have written to ICB.
Tell us your experience of accessing Covid antiviral medicines in the UK![img](/img/external-link.svg)
During the Covid pandemic, a centralised system was developed for prescribing antiviral drugs to high risk patients who test positive for Covid. In June this year the system was changed, with each NHS integrated care board (ICB) in England now having their own arrangements. We’d like to hear from those who are eligible for antivirals, to find out what their experience has been of this new system.
Run on full capacity till 31 Oct, ICB plants told | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The original directive on this was issued in February when ICB plants were asked to run at full capacity till 15 June. The fresh extension comes after peak power demand hit record highs in August.
Run on full capacity till 31 Oct, ICB plants told | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The original directive on this was issued in February when ICB plants were asked to run at full capacity till 15 June. This was extended till September. The fresh extension comes after peak power demand hit record highs in August.
Doctor issues warning as cases of measles on rise - symptoms for parents to look out for![img](/img/external-link.svg)
North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is urging parents to get their children vaccinated. Dr Neil O'Brien, medical director of the ICB, said: "We know that vaccines have saved more lives than any other medical invention in history"
Medical centre campaigners vow 'the fight goes on' in demo![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Protestors took to the streets of Liverpool city centre in a bid to rally support for a threatened medical centre. Park View Medical Centre in Tuebrook is scheduled to close on August 1. Thousands of patients could be transferred to alternative locations after it was confirmed the ICB had been unable to find a new provider.
Fight to save Tuebrook GP surgery raised in Parliament![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Thousands of patients at Park View Medical Centre could be transferred to alternative locations. NHS Cheshire and Merseyside integrated care board (ICB) had been unable to find a new provider to keep the surgery open. Ian Byrne, Labour MP for West Derby has tabled an Early Day Motion in the House of Commons.
NHS chiefs urged to overturn medical centre closure decision![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Park View Medical Centre could close its doors in less than four weeks time. NHS Cheshire and Merseyside integrated care board (ICB) said efforts had been made to find another provider to manage the practice. Members of Parliament representing constituencies impacted by the closure have written to ICB opposing the move.
Lincolnshire care workers protest over job fears![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Lincolnshire's Integrated Care Board has decided to cut the number of providers from about 80 to four. Carers fear it will mean they could lose their jobs as smaller companies could be forced to shut. ICB said the changes should lead to more consistent standards of care.
Lincolnshire care workers protest over job fears![img](/img/external-link.svg)
Lincolnshire's Integrated Care Board has decided to cut the number of providers from about 80 to four. Carers fear it will mean they could lose their jobs as smaller companies could be forced to shut. ICB said the changes should lead to more consistent standards of care.
Scrutiny board questions decision to close GP surgery![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The NHS’s Integrated Care Board (ICB) defended its decision to close the Burntwood Health and Wellbeing Centre. Lichfield District Council's Scrutiny Committee questioned the organisation responsible for the plan.
Birmingham hospital trust inquiry will 'remain independent'![img](/img/external-link.svg)
University Hospitals Birmingham Trust insists probe will be independent. Survey suggests some staff have 'no faith' in the Integrated Care Board. ICB is looking into claims made against the trust by whistle-blowers.
Birmingham hospital trust inquiry will 'remain independent'![img](/img/external-link.svg)
University Hospitals Birmingham Trust insists probe will be independent. Survey suggests some staff have 'no faith' in the Integrated Care Board. ICB is looking into claims made against the trust by whistle-blowers.
CERC to compensate imported coal based power plants for high operating cost | Mint![img](/img/external-link.svg)
The regulator said that power tariffs of ICB plants should cover their costs and a reasonable profit margin. The development pertains to a petition filed by Tata Power Company Ltd. The order said that the rate fixed by the power ministry were interim in nature.