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News archive - For the Record

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Tasting bid to improve hospital meals

7th October 2013 - For the Record

The Express and Star attended Board on 3rd October 2013 where it was stated that our patient-Led assessments of the Care Environment (PLACE) scores are above the national average except the food score, which is significantly lower than the national average and below that of our neighbouring trusts.

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Cashing in on the disabled

2nd October 2013 - For the Record

The Dudley News has contacted the Trust about parking charges for disabled blue badge holders.

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Hospitals buck trend in report

26th September 2013 - For the Record

The Trust’s Monitor rating has improved and is now Amber-Green after previously being Amber-Red. Bev Holder said MP Chris Kelly has welcomed the news that we are making improvements.

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Hospital chiefs holding talks on full-face veils

20th September 2013 - For the Record

The Express and Star has been in touch regarding the current media attention on the issue of whether or not full face veils should be allowed to be worn by NHS employees who have contact with patients.

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Hospital misses out on share of £500m

11th September 2013 - For the Record

The Express and Star is writing a story about the extra funding being given to Trusts whose A&E departments struggled last winter or who are likely to struggle this winter.