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Welcome to our NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service podcast - your go-to source for updates, insights, and stories from across the service. Whether you're clinical, non-clinical, or simply curious, we hope this podcast brings you useful knowledge, inspiration, and a few surprises along the way. We're excited to launch this new resource as a way to share insightful information with our users, foster shared learning across the organisation, and showcase what the Knowledge & Library Services (KLS) team is working on. It's a space where ideas, experiences, and expertise can come together helping us all stay informed and connected. We hope you'll tune in, share it with colleagues, and maybe even get involved!

  1. 4d ago

    Making an Impact: The Evolving World of AHPs

    In this episode we speak with Ralph Hammond, Associate Director of NMAHP Research, and Clare Boobyer-Jones, Chief Allied Health Professional, about the vital role Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) play across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and the wider healthcare system. Together, they explore what it means to be an AHP, the impact these professions have on patient care and population health, and highlights from this year's Festival of AHPs. We also discuss how AHPs are helping to shape the future of healthcare through innovation, prevention, digital transformation and research. From developing a research mindset to exploring opportunities through the Clinical School, this episode offers an insight into the evolving world of AHPs and the many ways they are making an impact across health and care. Want to learn more about how you can be involed in research? 📧 Email: researchpdteam@SomersetFT.nhs.uk 📧 Email: clinical.school@somersetft.nhs.uk 🌐 Web: Clinical Research 🌐 Web: Somerset Clinical School - University of Plymouth   Library Survey - Please help us, help you! Help shape the future of your Knowledge & Library Service. We're reviewing how we deliver our services to ensure we continue to provide the support, resources and spaces you need. Whether you use us regularly or not at all, your feedback will help us understand what's important to you and guide future developments. The survey takes around 7 minutes to complete, and you'll also have the chance to enter a prize draw to win some bookish goodies.   Click here to fill out our form: Knowledge & Library Service survey 2026 📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: Library 'Lights Podcast - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust 📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: Home - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

  2. Sep 24

    Capacity & Choice: Understanding Mental Capacity and DoLS

    In this episode of Library Lights, we speak with the Trust's Mental Capacity and DoLS Leads about the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and their importance in supporting patient rights, choice and autonomy. Join us as we explore common challenges, practical considerations, and the role healthcare staff play in ensuring decisions are made lawfully and in patients' best interests.   📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: Library 'Lights Podcast - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust 📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: Home - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

  3. Aug 21

    Between the Covers: A Year of Reading So Far

    What have we been reading, what books are we recommending, and how has the Year of Reading been going so far? In this episode, members of our NHS Somerset Knowledge and Library Service team sit down for an informal discussion about the Year of Reading, sharing highlights, surprises, favourite books, current reads, and recommendations. We also take on a quick-fire round of bookish questions and look ahead to the reading activities and events planned for the autumn.      Want to complete the SORT TOOL?  Click here to complete the questionnaire: https://app.sort-online.org/survey_response/254ZefQ0UTugoD3tHELalEZDfPBxqbeqymSnKiNmeUk       📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: Library 'Lights Podcast - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust 📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: Home - SFT Library - Somerset FT Libraries at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

  4. Jul 21

    Lights, Camera, Learning: Technology Enhanced Learning at SFT

    Library 'Lights Episode 10: Lights, Camera, Learning: Technology Enhanced Learning at SFT Welcome to the 10th episode of Library 'Lights! This month we are joined by Mark Palmer and Adam Wheatley from our Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) team to explore how digital innovation is transforming learning, training, and education across the Trust. The TEL team offer a range of digital skills courses and practical support to help staff build confidence in using technology, create engaging learning resources, and enhance training with modern digital tools. Want to learn more? Find out about the digital training offer and support here: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/c.php?g=706242&p=5346343  or contact them via: TelTeam@somersetft.nhs.uk   Knowledge Mobilisation Mini-Series Don't forget to check out our Knowledge Mobilisation mini-series and website to find out more about how we can support you through your KM journey.  YouTube Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWK13Qi_qCI&list=PLxzy8gt-SJ9lL_2NcOTIHhuWBMaOudDAH  Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/knowledge/Home  📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...   📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...

  5. Jul 3

    Rooted in Care: Sustainability at SFT

    Welcome to the very first episode of the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service podcast! In our very first episode, we explore sustainability at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust with Isabella Fisk, facilitator of the Sustainability Working Group. Isabella shares insights into the Trust's green initiatives and how staff can get involved. We also bring you the latest news from the Knowledge & Library Service — including updates, resources, and what's coming next. 🌱 Join the Sustainability Working Group at SFT Email Isabella Fisk if you are interested in joining the Sustainability Working Group at SFT. We hold monthly online Teams meetings that work on a drop-in basis. Email: isabella.fisk@somersetft.nhs.uk   📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...   📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...

  6. Jul 3

    Mobilising for Better Care: Sharing Knowledge at SFT

    Welcome to the second episode of the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service podcast! In this episode, Mobilising for Better Care: Sharing Knowledge at SFT, we talk with Jessica Pawley, Knowledge and Evidence Specialist embedded in the Quality Improvement team, about Knowledge Mobilisation — what it is, why it matters, and how it helps turn evidence into action for better care. We also explore our institutional repository, a central space for storing and sharing research, quality improvement projects, and evidence-based resources. This tool helps staff access and contribute knowledge that supports learning and collaboration across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Want to view or discuss our research repository inSPIRE? Click here: https://inspire.dspace-express.com/ Or email us: inspire@somersetft.nhs.uk   📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...   📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...

  7. Jul 3

    Unwrapping the Gift of Time

    Welcome to the third episode of the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service podcast! In this episode, Unwrapping the Gift of Time we talk with Roxanne Hart (Knowledge & Evidence Specialist for Primary Care and the ICB), about how expert evidence searching services give healthcare staff valuable time back in their day. We explore what "the Gift of Time" really means in practice — from saved clinic hours to faster access to high‑quality evidence. We also look back on the past year, reflecting on KNOWvember, and share some powerful facts and figures. From providing tailored evidence searches to delivering thousands of KnowledgeShare alerts straight to inboxes, we highlight how our service supports decision‑making and patient care every single day. Click here to read more about the Gift of Time: https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/libra... Fancy a light Christmas read? Find our December reading corner recommendation here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gifts-Laura-...  ⭐ Register for KnowledgeShare – Stay Updated Want the latest, high‑quality evidence delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up to KnowledgeShare,. You'll receive targeted updates on the topics that matter to you, saving time and keeping you informed with trustworthy research. 🔗Simply fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/e/g9mQySB95w  ✨ Be Part of Research – Give the Gift of Time We also want to shine a light on how you can give the gift of time by contributing to national research. The Be Part of Research website makes it easy to get involved: simply sign up, choose the health conditions or topics that interest you, and you'll be alerted to studies happening locally that you may be eligible to join. Click here to find out more: https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/    📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...   📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...

  8. Jul 3

    Public Libraries - Partners in Health

    In this episode, we sit down with members of the Public Library team to explore how libraries play a powerful role in supporting health literacy across our communities. From helping people find trustworthy health information to offering safe, accessible spaces for learning, we uncover the many ways public libraries contribute to community wellbeing. Together, we discuss our growing partnership, what health literacy really means in practice, and how library services—from curated health collections to digital support—are helping people make informed decisions about their health every day. We also reflect on our joint projects, share real‑world examples of impact, and highlight the value of connecting NHS knowledge services with the public library network to improve access to reliable health information. 🔗 Please visit https://www.somerset.gov.uk/libraries/ to find out more about your local library. 📚 Explore your local library's health & wellbeing offers Many libraries across Somerset provide books, digital resources, and signposting to trustworthy health information. Discover what's available at: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/libraries... 🎬 Showcase: Discover Our Services Through Short Films Explore our library like never before with our series of short showcase films. Each video offers a quick, engaging look at the services, spaces, and support your local library provides. https://glassboxtaunton.co.uk/showcase/ 📚 Digital Books & Audiobooks: Your Library, Anywhere Enjoy reading on the go with our extensive collection of digital books and audiobooks, free with your library membership. https://www.somerset.gov.uk/libraries...   📖 Join the Bookends Book Club Love reading and sharing ideas?   The Bookends Book Club, run by Veronica Price, is a welcoming space for staff & students to come together and explore a wide range of books. Whether you're a regular reader or just curious, everyone is welcome!   📬 Want to join? Simply email the library team at: library@somersetft.nhs.uk     📬 Stay Connected & Get Involved   We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast — whether it's feedback on an episode, ideas for future topics, or someone you think we should feature. Your input will help us shape the podcast to better serve staff & students across Somerset Foundation Trust.   🔗 Explore more episodes and learn about the podcast: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...   📝 Share your feedback or suggestions: https://forms.office.com/e/XUSrHmkZ4D   📧 Contact Megane Quelvennec – Knowledge & Evidence Librarian: megane.quelvennec@somersetft.nhs.uk     📞 Reach Out to Us   Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! You can contact the NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service team directly at:   📧 Email: library@somersetft.nhs.uk   🌐 Website: https://somersetft-nhs.libguides.com/...

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Welcome to our NHS Somerset Knowledge & Library Service podcast - your go-to source for updates, insights, and stories from across the service. Whether you're clinical, non-clinical, or simply curious, we hope this podcast brings you useful knowledge, inspiration, and a few surprises along the way. We're excited to launch this new resource as a way to share insightful information with our users, foster shared learning across the organisation, and showcase what the Knowledge & Library Services (KLS) team is working on. It's a space where ideas, experiences, and expertise can come together helping us all stay informed and connected. We hope you'll tune in, share it with colleagues, and maybe even get involved!

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  • Creator
    Knowledge & Library Service Team at SFT
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    Library 'Lights