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Archived Press Releases

New Surgical Instruments framework sees a focus on sustainable products

4 November 2021

NHS Supply Chain is working with suppliers to provide a range of sustainable surgical instruments to help reach carbon net zero by 2045.

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New sustainable fleet servicing NHS trusts across England

8 October 2021

NHS Supply Chain logistics provider, Unipart Logistics, is enhancing its fleet of sustainable vehicles across the UK.

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NHS Supply Chain’s report reveals strong appetite from healthcare professionals in the NHS for the introduction of a consistent national uniform

23 September 2021

Report reveals strong appetite from clinicians for the introduction of a consistent national uniform.

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Sites needed to take part in vascular compression therapy trial

13 September 2021

NHS Supply Chain is supporting a trial of compression therapies for people with venous leg ulcers which is seeking a number of sites from around the country to take part in the study.

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New appointment to NHS Customer Board for Procurement and Supply

9 September 2021

Jonathan Wood has been appointed as the new Chair of the North Customer Board.

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Extended range of washable, reusable and recycled continence products to help NHS trusts meet sustainability targets

8 September 2021

More than 600 new washable and recycled continence products have been added to a national framework launched by NHS Supply Chain.

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Setting sights on higher standards for eye surgery

7 September 2021

National Eye Health Week (20 – 26 September)

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James Spittle’s role as SCCL Chair comes to an end

24 August 2021

James Spittle has decided to step down as SCCL Chair at the end of his three year term on 30 September.

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Complete Ophthalmology Solutions 2 national framework agreement launched by NHS Supply Chain

12 August 2021

Complete Ophthalmology Solutions 2 brings together three legacy agreements, while also adding new categories.

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New CEO appointed for NHS Supply Chain

28 July 2021

Andrew New has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer for NHS Supply Chain.

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NHS Supply Chain helping to enhance quality of life for people living with incontinence

18 June 2021

People with bladder and bowel issues supported by using their experiences to ensure products meet their needs.

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NHS Supply Chain’s proposals for the introduction of a consistent national uniform for the NHS receive overwhelming support

17 June 2021

Proposals for the introduction of a consistent national uniform for the NHS receive overwhelming support.

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Focus on patient safety leads to latex-free physiotherapy products

1 June 2021

NHS trusts can now take advantage of latex-free products for patients undergoing physiotherapy.

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Hospital trust reinvesting millions in savings in frontline staff, education and patient care

26 April 2021

An NHS Trust went from two major orthopaedic product suppliers to one and is on target to save £850,000 in the first year.

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NHS Supply Chain launches consultation with NHS staff on consistent uniform for England

12 April 2021

NHS Supply Chain launches a seven-week consultation on a potential standardised national uniform for NHS staff.

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