The Latest Breaking News from Healthcare Improvement Scotland

Breakdown in staff relations putting hospital patients at risk, review finds

The study of three emergency departments at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board also found an ‘unacceptable normalisation’ of corridor care.

The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2025

Several children detained in police custody for too long, inspectors find

HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland and Healthcare Improvement Scotland reviewed the main custody centres in Glasgow.

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025

Inspection raises concerns over Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary patients sharing rooms

Although inspectors said the move didn't appear to impact safety, they were concerned over "challenges in maintaining dignity and respect" for patients

Daily Record · Jun 28, 2023

Only five out of 45 clinics offering pregnancy scans in Scotland are registered

ONLY five of 45 private clinics offering pregnancy scans in Scotland are registered with the national regulatory body, prompting fears unqualified…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2022

North Lanarkshire residents asked to give their thoughts on health and care services

Healthcare Improvement Scotland is looking for members of the public to share their views by taking part in its Citizens’ Panel.

Daily Record · Oct 28, 2022

Ayrshire skin care clinic ordered to make rapid improvements following critical report

Two requirements and 10 recommendations have been placed upon AKA Aesthetics, at Prestwick Cross, after the business was put under the microscope by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS).

Daily Record · Sep 24, 2022

'Improvements needed' at Lanarkshire aesthetics clinic say inspectors

Healthcare Improvement Scotland made an announced visit to Arty Aesthetics in East Kilbride

Daily Record · Aug 24, 2022

Lanarkshire aesthetics clinic given clean bill of health by inspectors

Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) released its findings into J. Rodger Aesthetics in East Kilbride

Daily Record · Aug 17, 2022

Patients ‘sleeping on recliner chairs’ in overcrowded hospital, inspection finds

Some patients at an Ayrshire hospital spent up to 28 hours on trolleys in corridors while waiting for treatment, with some spending three days on…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 27, 2022

NHS staff to be trained in 'compassionate communication' to improve patient safety

NHS staff across Scotland will be trained on the use of compassionate communication in a bid to improve patient safety.

The National (Scotland) · May 30, 2022