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Join us monthly in The Briefing Room at The Ministry of Health Tech for a round up of news and critical themes tailor made for rising stars of the health tech industry. Let us do the hard work for you, if you can't stand the thought of wading through the latest government policy document, trying to unpack the most recent directives for tech validation, or if you're simply looking for the best route through the challenges of NHS innovation - we'll help you keep your finger on the pulse. Listen now and be a part of the UK's largest networking community for aspiring health tech leaders - find us on LinkdIn @Ministry of Health Tech. With digital health innovation experts Jimmy Endicott and Damian O'Boyle.

  1. May 27

    E20 - Palantir debacle, Wesignation, NHS front door, Confed Expo, HLTH

    With Wes Streeting’s departure as Health and Social Care Secretary and the situation over Palantir’s access to patient records going nuclear, we’ve got a bumper episode for you. We’re joined by the HSJ to go back to the beginning with the Federated Data Platform debacle and, with agentic AI for health offers booming from all the big players, Director of Health Policy at the Tony Blair Institute, Dr Charlotte Refsum, talks about who’s controlling the front door to the NHS. Whilst the centre continues to wobble we look at how communities and peer groups are stepping up to lead the innovation charge. Plus, event season is here and, with Confed Expo, HLTH Europe and a trip to the seaside right around the corner, we have a lot to plan for. LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out about The Evolve Collaborative at NHS Alliance https://thenhsalliance.org/evolve-collaborative Read Charlotte Refum’s article “Who controls access to NHS care in the age of big tech?” https://institute.global/insights/public-services/who-controls-access-to-nhs-care-in-the-age-of-big-tech MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laser Groove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chee Zee Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Moonlight Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    37 min

  2. Apr 28

    E19 - Spring Fling, neighbourhoods tech, digital smoking cessation, Canada, beach.

    As the highs of our Spring Fling begin to subside, we’re talking neighbourhood health, it’s the only show in town right now, but how is healthtech assisting ICBs in making the transition? We’re also asking where health tech meets the transformational new Tobacco and Vapes Bill out this month and, with the latest cohort of UK innovators just back from visiting the Canadian health system, we’re looking into what’s on offer out there for you. Plus, we’re getting ready for NHS Confed Expo and HLTH Europe which are just around the corner - and planning a cheeky little trip to the seaside. LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out about the Smoke Free digitally enabled smoking cessation service … Smokefreeapp.com Or contact Dr Dave Crane with commissioning enquiries … david.crane@smokefee.ai Find out more about the MaRS Discovery District in Toronto … https://www.marsdd.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Party” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Main Street Pixelville” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Cloud Dancer" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Getting It Done" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    33 min

  3. Mar 31

    E18 - Live from Rewired, DTAC updates, AVT ahoy, imposter syndrome masterclass

    We’re live in Birmingham at Rewired 2026 - catching-up with a host of health tech SMEs and network members, getting the lowdown on the recent changes to DTAC, hearing the inside track on one of the biggest deployments of Ambient Voice Technology in the NHS and running a mini masterclass on dealing with Imposter Syndrome. We’ve got all the details about the next Ministry networking event, the Spring Fling, at the end of April - and we were eagerly waiting to grab the winner of Pitchfest 2026 as they came off stage. Join us for all the highlights of this unmissable two-day event in the health tech calendar. LINKS Get free tickets to the Ministry of Health Tech Spring Fling on 23rd April … https://luma.com/tl7xcesq Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Connect with Imposter Syndrome coach Dr Liz Glidewell … https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-liz-glidewell-3b77a668/ Hear more about AVT in nursing on the Future Nurse Notes LIVE! podcast … https://podfollow.com/future-nurse-notes-live/view MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com “8 Bit Techno” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laser Pack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Main Street Pixelville” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Bassa Island Game Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

    35 min
  4. E17 - Live from Leeds, NICE health tech mandates, headsets for mental health

    Feb 27

    E17 - Live from Leeds, NICE health tech mandates, headsets for mental health

    We’re live in Yorkshire at the HETT Leaders Summit 2026, experiencing local focus with national relevance - and Damian is well out of his Essex comfort zone. Find out more about the big changes at NICE in the way they will be assessing, and actually mandating, health technology in the same way they do pharmaceuticals. Plus, we’re covering more about mental health tech, like we promised, and we’ve got a couple of great case studies ranging from simple tech enabled support services to highly scientific brain stimulating headsets that help people to feel great again. There’s a trip to the pub, catch-ups with the Leeds crew, some general giddyness, our best sound track yet, Northern News and an AI slop meme that makes us laugh. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Get Neil Perry’s monthly Synergy Digital Health Innovation news update … https://www.linkedin.com/company/synergy-digital-health-innovation-ltd/posts/?feedView=all Hear Neil Perry on the Future Nurse Notes LIVE! Podcast with Natasha Phillips … https://podfollow.com/future-nurse-notes-live/view Find out more about Hope for the Community … https://www.h4c.org.uk/ Rent or buy a Flow headset for your mental wellbeing … https://www.flowneuroscience.com/ Find out more about Clean Slate Clinic … https://cleanslateclinic.co.uk/ Contact Clean Slate Clinic … services.uk@cleanslateclinic.com Find out more about Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ Get 10% off commercial tickets (NHS is free) at Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … Discount code: RW26MOH10 https://digitalhealthrewired.com/register/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

    37 min
  5. E16 - Tech for dry January, event news, Rewired secrets

    Jan 27

    E16 - Tech for dry January, event news, Rewired secrets

    It might be wet outside, but it’s been dry January, so we’re finding out where health tech meets alcohol dependency. We’ve got news about upcoming Ministry networking events and we’re uncovering the secrets of Rewired - it’s an unmissable date in the health tech calendar, but where are the afterparties happening and who’s giving out free coffees? Author, journalist, academic and policy influencer Nick Timmins pays us a new year visit and Damian has some ideas for surviving February, the most miserable of months. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Clean Slate Clinic … https://cleanslateclinic.com/uk Contact Clean Slate Clinic … services.uk@cleanslateclinic.com Register for “Ministry in the Office” coworking at Hale House, London, 04 Feb 2026 … https://mailchi.mp/773400047a13/i4qheci1w4 Find out more about Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ Get 10% off commercial tickets (NHS is free) at Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … Discount code: RW26MOH10 https://digitalhealthrewired.com/register/ Give feedback to the MHRA on approaches to regulating AI, before 02 Feb 2026 … https://www.surveys.mhra.gov.uk/6939648ad7139569e30a4579 Enter the Health Tech News Primary Care Awards, before 02 Feb 2026 … https://htn.co.uk/htn-primary-care-awards/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Party” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Cloud Dancer" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Getting It Done" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

    30 min
  6. E15 - Christmas cheer, what works in health tech

    12/16/2025

    E15 - Christmas cheer, what works in health tech

    After a year of ups and downs it’s time for some Christmas joy in the briefing room - we celebrate some of the things that are working really well in health tech, like digital first GP practices of the future and heart-warming music tech for people with dementia. We ask why the NHS app is suddenly sticky, review all the achievements of the year gone by, reveal what’s coming-up next year, and hear 2025 highlights from a star-studded cast of industry innovators. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Music for My Mind … https://musicformymind.com/ Find out more about Digital Health Rewired 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Christmas Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chee Zee Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beach Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Oh Xmas Tree" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

    32 min
  7. E14 - Lobbying parliament, 2026 battle plans, Lord Bethell, order!

    11/24/2025

    E14 - Lobbying parliament, 2026 battle plans, Lord Bethell, order!

    Damian’s been at the House of Commons pitching three ideas for reform in the health tech market - and we’re joined by former Health Minister Lord James Bethell who’s helping us rip it all to pieces. As 2025 draws to a close, an esteemed panel of innovators helps guide us on plans for how the industry needs supporting in 2026 - plus, for a bit of light relief, we have the behind the scenes bloopers from Westminster and an invite to join us for a health innovators Christmas networking breakfast at Hale House. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Register to join us for breakfast at Hale House on 02 Dec 2025 … https://www.onehealthtech.com/events-1/winter-warm-up-a-health-innovators-networking-breakfast Register for the Future Nurse AVT in nursing webinar on 15 Dec 2025 … https://futurenurse.uk/2025/11/10/upcoming-avt-and-nursing/ Find out more about Pitchfest at Rewired 2026 ... https://digitalhealthrewired.com/pitchfest Get in touch with Silver Buck before 28 Nov 2025 for free support in applying to Pitchfest: https://www.silver-buck.com/contact-us/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Nowhere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beachfront Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Slow Ska Game Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

    37 min
  8. E13 - Zombie apocalypse, NHS Medium Term Plan, Techsplosion

    11/05/2025

    E13 - Zombie apocalypse, NHS Medium Term Plan, Techsplosion

    Scrummy mummies, zombies, AI driven sales intelligence for start-ups, phobia-busting extended reality, Canada’s health tech market and the boringly named NHS Medium Term Plan. We enjoy a visit from health tech megamind Liam Cahill, surgically dissect our Halloween networking event and deliver an unmissable offer of free support to help you apply for Pitchfest at Rewired 2026. What’s not to like about that? LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Crows Nest … https://crowsnestai.net/ Book a free consultation with alistair@manibushealth.com Find out more about XR Therapeautics … https://www.xrtherapeutics.co.uk/mental-health-care Find out more about Pitchfest at Rewired 2026 ... https://digitalhealthrewired.com/pitchfest Get in touch with Silver Buck for free support in applying to Pitchfest: https://www.silver-buck.com/contact-us/ Apply to the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme before 28 Nov 25 … https://nhscep.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Windel Pixel and his Banjo Buddies" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

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Join us monthly in The Briefing Room at The Ministry of Health Tech for a round up of news and critical themes tailor made for rising stars of the health tech industry. Let us do the hard work for you, if you can't stand the thought of wading through the latest government policy document, trying to unpack the most recent directives for tech validation, or if you're simply looking for the best route through the challenges of NHS innovation - we'll help you keep your finger on the pulse. Listen now and be a part of the UK's largest networking community for aspiring health tech leaders - find us on LinkdIn @Ministry of Health Tech. With digital health innovation experts Jimmy Endicott and Damian O'Boyle.

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