Health On The Line

• Ambulance services: the canary in the coalmine for NHS pressures

  In this episode of Health on the Line, we dive deep into the challenges and future of the ambulance sector, often described as the ‘canary in the coalmine’ for NHS pressures. Host Matthew Taylor is joined by three leading voices in the field: Anna Parry, managing director of the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives Simon Weldon, chief executive of South East Coast Ambulance Service Dr John Martin, chief executive of South Western Ambulance Service Together, they explore the implications of the NHS's 10 Year Health Plan and the Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) Plan for ambulance services. From digital integration and neighbourhood health to the evolving role of paramedics, this conversation highlights both the ambition and the complexity of transforming urgent care while "flying the plane" of daily service delivery. Health on the Line is an NHS Confederation podcast, produced by Health Comms Plus.We also hear from Sarah Walter, director of the ICS Network at the NHS Confederation, to discuss the model region blueprint, a document that will set out how the English regions will be managed in the future and what that means for integrated care boards and providers alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The neighbourhood shift: Can the 10 Year Health Plan deliver?

  This week on Health on the Line, Matthew Taylor is joined by Andrew Bland, ICS lead for South East London, and Ruth Rankine, director of the NHS Confederation’s Primary Care Network, to discuss the shift to neighbourhood health as outlined in the 10 Year Health Plan. Together they delve into the merits of the plan and possible barriers to its delivery, while reflecting on the emphasis on proactive, preventative and population-based care. Andrew shares insights from South East London’s rapid progress in implementing integrated care across boroughs like Bexley, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark in London. We’ll also hear from Ian Perrin, assistant director of the ICS Network at the NHS Confederation, on latest developments around integrated care board (ICB) redundancies and reports that at least one ICB is pausing plans over funding concerns. Liked this podcast? Share your thoughts, comments and questions with us by emailing [email protected] Our guests for this episode are: Andrew Bland - ICB Chief Executive Officer Designate, South East London ICS Ruth Rankine - Director of the Primary Care Network at NHS Confederation Ian Perrin - Assistant Director for Policy, ICS Network Health on the Line is an NHS Confederation podcast, produced by HealthCommsPlus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Is the NHS ready for a digital future? Insights from the Ten-Year Health Plan

  In this episode of Health on the Line, we’re diving into all things digital and how it relates to the Ten-Year Health Plan for the NHS. To discuss the topic, we are joined by Andrea Winders, head of business development for life sciences and healthcare at MIDAS (Greater Manchester’s Inward Investment Agency), and Dr Nnenna Osuji, chief executive of North Middlesex Hospital, to unpack the NHS’s ambitious digital transformation plan. The conversation explores how the NHS can harness data, AI and digital tools to create the most digitally accessible health system in the world. From the promise of the NHS App as a ‘doctor in your pocket’ to the challenges of infrastructure, interoperability and staff training, our guests offer candid insights into what’s working and where improvements can be made. We also hear from Annie Bliss, senior policy advisor at the NHS Confederation, who delves into government plans to reintroduce performance league tables and what this means for the NHS. Our guests for this episode are: Dr Nnenna Osuji, chief executive of North Middlesex Hospital,Andrea Winders, head of business development for life sciences and healthcare at MIDASAnnie Bliss, senior policy adviser at the NHS ConfederationHealth on the Line is an NHS Confederation podcast, produced by Health Comms Plus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Mental health and the Ten-Year Health Plan: delivering on its bold ambitions

  In this episode, Matthew Taylor is joined by Dr Ify Okocha, James Duncan and Rebecca Gray to unpack the mental health implications of the government's new Ten-Year Health Plan. From the rollout of neighbourhood health centres to mental health support in schools, the panel explores whether the plan’s bold ambitions can meet the realities of delivery. They also dive into harnessing digital tools, the social determinants of mental ill health, the role of integrated care boards and how working with local leadership can drive meaningful change. Our guests for this episode are: Dr Ify Okocha, chief executive of Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust James Duncan, chief executive of Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust Rebecca Gray, director of the NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network Plus, we hear from Tom Gurney, director of strategic communication and engagement at the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for this week’s Leader in Six.  Health on the Line is an NHS Confederation podcast, produced by HealthCommsPlus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Is change the only constant in the NHS?

  Since its creation in 1948, the NHS has had to move with the times. But while change is an ever-present feature, can the NHS approach it in a different or better way? In this bonus episode, Matthew Taylor puts the question to Dr Richard Jones and Dr Llinos Jones from the ChangeACADEMY. The academy – a programme offered by AstraZeneca (AZ) in collaboration with the NHS Confederation – creates change leaders that can deliver strategic, system-level change on behalf of NHS organisations and the patients it serves. Richard, a faculty member, and Llinos, alumnus of the academy, shed light on the academy’s approach to change and how it’s improving patient care and outcomes. They also unpack how to untangle the knotty issues of spreading and scaling good practice and innovation across the NHS. This podcast episode has been developed in collaboration with AstraZeneca. Guest speakers have been contracted by AstraZeneca. This episode is intended for UK Healthcare Professionals and other Relevant Decision Makers. The ChangeACADEMY is a non-promotional service initiated and funded by AstraZeneca and offered to the NHS as Donated Goods and Services (DOGS). This service is offered to clinical and non-clinical personnel who represent NHS Healthcare organisations and meet the delegate criteria. The views and opinions expressed are those of the Speakers. GB-66536, Date of Preparation: May 2025Health on the Line is an NHS Confederation podcast, produced by HealthCommsPlus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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