BHTA FOI sheds light on NHS Supply Chain’s price increase requests from suppliers
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has acquired important information from NHS Supply Chain through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request submitted to Supply Chain…
Portable modular solution aims to transform therapy through soft robotics and gamified exercises
Medtech startup Bioliberty has launched Lifehub Clinic, which is a portable, modular solution to assist therapists with delivering high-intensity, engaging therapy in clinical settings. This…
Northern Ireland invests in 93 training places for occupational therapy for 2025/26
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced a significant package of investment in Northern Ireland’s health and social care (HSC) workforce, with…
Councils can now easily manage their local builder lists for housing adaptations via a free national platform
Foundations, the national body for the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and home improvement agencies in England, has launched the ‘game-changing’ new Home Adaptations Installer Network.…
Video: Innovative AI-powered AAC software turns any webcam into a hands-free computer access tool
SensePilot, an assistive technology startup, has launched its “groundbreaking” software that enables people with limited dexterity to control their computer and play video games using…
Only one-third of organisations directly engage with disabled people in digital accessibility efforts
Bob Farrell, Vice President, Solution Delivery & Accessibility, Applause A new survey from Applause, which specialises in digital quality, has revealed that 84 percent of…
Free CPD event will highlight how innovative assistive tech can deliver more effective adaptations
Housing professionals, local authorities, and care providers have the chance to learn about how they can deliver smarter and more effective housing adaptations at a…
AT professionals can use new data tool for better decision-making and improving access to assistive tech
WHO/Europe has introduced a new data dashboard on the European Health Information Gateway, providing streamlined access to information and evidence related to assistive technology (AT)…
Councils can now offer in-house Trusted DFG Assessor Training to equip staff with skills to recommend effective adaptations
Foundations and The Occupational Therapy Service are now offering in-house Trusted DFG Assessor Training for local authorities, home improvement agencies, and housing associations. This builds…
House of Lords debate highlights need for reform in NHS prosthetics provision
A House of Lords debate on 1 May 2025 laid bare the serious challenges facing amputees in England, particularly with regard to access to prosthetic…