‘We didn’t see it coming’ says Sajid Javid of brother’s suicide
The ex-chancellor recalls his brother’s 2018 death in an interview to mark World Mental Health day. Source link
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Sajid Javid pledges NHS leadership changes after review finds bullying
Health Secretary Sajid Javid says the findings are “stark” ahead of the report’s publication later. Source link
UK monkeypox cases double to 20 – Sajid Javid
Health secretary says “most cases” have been mild and further doses of a vaccine have been ordered. Source link
Sajid Javid to review gender treatment for children
The health secretary has been considering changing the law to allow a review of GIDS being led Dr Hilary Cass, former president of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, to access a database of children who were treated by GIDS to see if any later regretted having treatments, such as puberty blockers. It … Read more
National Insurance: Sajid Javid defends tax hike choice for NHS funding
The health secretary says it would be “morally wrong” to put the burden onto future generations by borrowing the money. Source link
Shrewsbury maternity scandal: Sajid Javid promises ‘swift’ changes
Sajid Javid apologises over the maternity scandal and says the report paints a “harrowing” picture. Source link
Covid: Sajid Javid defends timing of end to Covid rules and free tests
It is a historic moment, the health secretary says – but he warns we must be ready for more variants. Source link
Delay to NHS backlog plan not down to money – Javid
Sajid Javid says that delays to a plan to tackle a backlog of patients on hospital waiting lists in England was not down to money. Details of the NHS scheme were expected to be published on Monday, but were delayed at the last minute, with reports suggesting the Treasury wanted to delay publication. The health … Read more
NHS staff have duty to be vaccinated – Javid
The health secretary reiterates his commitment to the policy of mandatory vaccination in England. Source link
Covid isolation period cut to five full days – Javid
Health Secretary Sajid Javid says people in England can end isolation after two negative tests on day six. Source link