HUC

03/08/2026

Meaningful change starts with listening.

Our Relationship Business Partners recently attended the Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller (GRT) Conference 2026 in Luton to connect directly with local communities, celebrate culture, and explore how we can better tackle health inequalities together.

Listening to people’s lived experiences is essential to delivering accessible and equitable healthcare. Events such as the GRT Conference remind us that meaningful improvements begin with understanding the needs of the communities we serve.

A special thank you to the Luton Irish Forum for organising the event, as well as everyone who visited our stand and shared their experiences.

Visit out website to read the full blog: https://orlo.uk/K9P9t

24/07/2026

Today is Samaritans Awareness Day, a date chosen intentionally because help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (24/7).

If you or someone you love is going through a difficult time, please remember that reaching out is a sign of strength, and there is an entire network of people ready to listen without judgment.

No matter what you are facing, support is just a phone call or text away. Save these numbers, share them with a friend, or keep them handy for whenever you might need them. Let’s look out for one another.

22/07/2026

We are so proud to have worked alongside Healthwatch Hertfordshire over the years. Read their latest Annual Report, which is a showcase of the impact they have on local health and social care.

Spotlighting a year worthy of celebration, our latest Annual Report also shares our many achievements from the last five years.

Without us, many people would struggle to have their voices heard and championed.

Click here to read about the impact we’ve had on local health and social care: https://www.healthwatchhertfordshire.co.uk/news/2026-07-02/making-difference-where-it-matters-power-our-independence-annual-report-202526

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21/07/2026

🩵 Every experience has the power to improve patient safety.

Every patient sees healthcare through a different lens. Those experiences can help us learn, improve and make our services even safer.

We're recruiting Patient Safety Partners to help bring the patient perspective into key decisions across HUC.

💬 No clinical qualifications are required - just lived experience, a willingness to contribute and a passion for improving care.

🩺 If you'd like to help shape safer healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Hertfordshire/Ascots_Lane_Welwyn_Garden_City/HUC/Administration/Administration-v8109407?_ts=1054

21/07/2026

Our Relationship Business Partners recently attended the BLMK & Northamptonshire Community Pharmacy Event. It was a brilliant day of sharing feedback on NHS 111 pathways, discussing Pharmacy First, and finding new ways to work together to support patients across our region.

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand to chat, and to Anne-Marie King and the event organisers for such a warm welcome!

Catch the full story over on our website: https://orlo.uk/JPpVh

17/07/2026

Fake online pharmacies are operating illegally and sell medicines that are unsafe or fake. Don't risk your health: always check an online pharmacy is the General Pharmaceutical Council’s register.

Find out how to check the pharmacy register now >> https://orlo.uk/arBom

15/07/2026

🦷 Help shape the future of urgent dental care in Devon

HUC Dental has launched an enhanced urgent out-of-hours dental service across Devon – improving access to timely, high-quality care for patients when they need it most.

The service has been redesigned following feedback from dental professionals and partners, with a focus on creating a more resilient model that supports both clinicians and the communities we serve.

As part of these changes, we have:
✅ Worked with our partners to ensure high-quality clinical environments for patients and dental teams
✅ Reviewed rota arrangements to create a more sustainable and resilient service
✅ Strengthened opportunities for dentist peer support and collaboration

We’re now looking for self-employed dentists who would like to play a key role in delivering urgent dental care across Devon.

Whether you’re looking for additional sessions alongside your existing commitments or want to be part of an evolving NHS dental service, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Delivering urgent dental care across Devon

🤝 Working together to support local communities

🦷 Helping improve access for those who need care most

Interested in joining the team?

Visit hucweb.co.uk/vacancies or contact [email protected] to find out more.

13/07/2026

A huge congratulations to Dr Kasim Siddique, who recently graduated medical school!

joined HUC at just 16 years old and has taken on vital roles, including Senior Shift Manager, Despatcher, and Health Advisor. He balanced these responsibilities while studying medicine full-time, and all that hard work has finally paid off.

“I want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone at HUC for all of their support over the years. I truly don't believe this achievement would have been possible without the encouragement, guidance, and opportunities HUC has given me since I was young. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who has been part of my journey and helped me reach this milestone,” says Kasim.

Please join us in wishing Dr Kasim Siddique a massive congratulations! We are so incredibly proud of you, Kasim!

08/07/2026

This International Paramedics Day, we’re celebrating the incredible paramedics across HUC who make a difference every day. From frontline care to clinical advice and patient navigation, colleagues like James and Richard demonstrate compassion and resilience that define the profession. Their stories highlight the evolving role of paramedics as highly skilled clinicians, mentors and patient advocates – always going the extra mile to support those in need. Thank you to all our paramedic colleagues for your dedication, expertise and unwavering commitment to patient care.

Read the full blog on our website: https://orlo.uk/8jIX6

07/07/2026

We are excited to share the second instalment of our HUC Stories video series, shining a spotlight on the people who make a difference across our organisation every day.

Ahead of International Paramedics Day, we caught up with James Head, our Head of CAS, who reflects on his inspiring career journey and personal growth as a paramedic. In the video, James shares how his experiences on the frontline have shaped his leadership approach and the lessons he has learned throughout his career that continues to drive him in supporting both patients and colleagues.

James also speaks about what International Paramedics Day means to him, recognising the dedication and compassion of paramedics across the globe. His reflections offer a powerful reminder of the vital role paramedics play in delivering exceptional care and making a positive impact in people's lives.

You can read the full blog on our website: https://orlo.uk/Ku296