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NICE Technology Appraisals in the NHS in England (Innovation Scorecard): Notices of correction
December 2024Date of notice: 21 July 2025We’ve identified an error in how we reported the assumed daily doses (ADDs) of tirzepatide KwikPens in primary care. These devices were recorded as containing a single dose, when they contained four doses.…
NHS New Medicine Service
This is a message on behalf of the Department of Health and Social CareIn anticipation of the expansion of the NHS New Medicine Service to introduce depression as a further therapeutic area for which patients can receive support, NHS England will…
Confirmation of Student Attendance (COSA)
Funding is paid over the academic year in 3 instalments. Before you’re paid, your university needs to confirm you’re attending your course for each term. You will also have to confirm this for certain terms. This process is called Confirmation…
Don't get caught out by penalty charges
If you're claiming free prescriptions or dental treatment, do not assume you're automatically covered. Always check before you claim.Free prescriptionsYou're only entitled to claim if you meet the requirements: AgeYou’re entitled to free…
Help and support for volunteers
We’ve published this range of information and resources to help you apply for a volunteering opportunity using the NHS Volunteering service. Find a volunteering opportunity with the NHS You can find information about volunteering and…
Summary of NHSBSA Board minutes - 12 December 2024
Meeting held at 9:00am on 12 December 2024 at Stella House, Newcastle Upon Tyne.
Present:
Sue Douthwaite, Chair
Michael Brodie, Chief Executive
Kathy Gillatt, Non-Executive Director
David Leather, Non-Executive Director (via video…
Families and estates of deceased beneficiaries
As of 22 October 2025, the England Infected Blood Support Scheme is now open to new applications for Bereaved Partner Payments, for registered EIBSS beneficiaries who passed away on or after 1 January 2025 The scheme provides support to spouses…
War Pension Scheme and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme
If you receive War Pension Scheme or Armed Forces Compensation Scheme payments and are under the age of 60, you can request a war pension exemption certificate from Veterans UK.
A valid war pension exemption certificate entitles you to:…
The latest episode of the NHS Pensions Podcast
The podcast series is another fantastic way for members to build confidence and get to grips with their NHS Pension. Each episode takes a key NHS Pensions topic and breaks it down into clear, bitesize, easy-to-follow sections. We tackle the…
Information about the Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA)
The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) will be responsible for all future compensation payments.Visit the Infected Blood Compensation Authority website for more information including details on how they will open the service more widely.On…