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Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme
The Department of Health and Social Care added 2 new qualifications to ‘Eligible training courses and qualifications’ – ‘Professional assessment Ltd Level 5 Award in understanding digital leadership in adult social care’ and ‘Pearson Level 2 adult social care certificate’. Click here to learn more.
The fiscal impact of immigration in the UK
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) published a report titled: ‘The Fiscal Impact of Immigration: Static and Dynamic Estimates for the UK’. The report provides a full set of such estimates for those who arrived on the Skilled Worker visa – the most common work-route in the UK –in 2022/23. Click here to learn more.
Data Security and Protection Toolkit webinar
The Digital Care is hosting a webinar to support providers who are completing the Data Security and Protection Toolkit for the first time. The online event takes place on Tuesday 6 January 2026 from 3pm-4pm. Click here to register.
Improving car driving test booking rules
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency published the findings of the consultation into improving car driving test booking rules. Click here to learn more.
New mpox strain identified in England
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has identified a new recombinant mpox virus in England in an individual who had recently travelled to Asia. UKHSA continues to assess the significance of the strain. Click here to learn more.
Quality Watch dashboard
The Nuffield Trust has updated its Quality Watch dashboard with the latest data on the NHS in England. This includes information on A&E and ambulance times and waiting times for diagnostics and planned care. Click here to learn more.
