NHS England Podcast

This is an audio version of the national invites for NHS Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccinations for young people at highest risk during 2026/27.

A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/getting-free-nhs-meningococcal-b-menb-vaccinations/

Audio invitation for parents and guardians of children aged 6-11 to book MMR vaccination. This signposts https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmr-vaccine/
and https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/vaccinating-your-child-to-protect-them-from-measles-podcast-transcript/

In this episode of the Transforming Primary Care podcast recorded in late March 2026, a panel of GPs and Practice Managers chaired by Mary Hudson, Deputy Director for Primary Care Transformation and Improvement at NHS England, discuss the difference digital tools have made to the patient journey. From online GP registration, to online consultations and appointment booking, all accessible via the NHS App, how have new modern ways of working made things quicker, easier and safer for patients and practice teams?
For more information about Modern General Practice visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/gp/national-general-practice-improvement-programme/modern-general-practi…

A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/online-gp-access-from-registration-to-routine/

Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding this episode - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/online-gp-access-from-registration-to-routine/

In a special episode of the Transforming Primary Care podcast to mark May’s International Nurses Day, a panel of nurses led by David Purdue, Regional Chief Nurse for the North East and Yorkshire, discuss the evolving role of primary care nursing.
Nurses are key members of the multidisciplinary team with hands-on clinical knowledge combined with in-depth knowledge of the community in which they work. With the 10 year plan and the Neighbourhood Health Framework influencing the direction of travel, how are our nurses improving routine care while supporting long-term conditions and providing better alternatives to hospital treatment?

A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/transforming-primary-care-podcast-does-nursing-have-a-new-role-in-primary-care/

Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding this episode - england.ney.pctransformation@nhs.net

In a special Transforming Primary Care podcast episode released during Mental Health Awareness Week, a panel of clinicians led by Dr James Gossow, Deputy Medical Director, Systems Improvement and Professional Standards, NHS England - North East and Yorkshire, discusses the work that is currently underway across the region which is having a positive impact on patients needing to access mental health services. This includes the three 24/7 neighbourhood mental health centres, new innovations in Hartlepool and a pilot in Sheffield supporting patients with neurodiversity. For more information about the 24/7 neighbourhood mental health centres visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/24-7-neighbourhood-mental-health-centres/

A full transcript of this episode is available on our website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/transforming-primary-care-podcast-mental-health-and-the-role-of-general-practice/

Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding this episode - england.ney.pctransformation@nhs.net