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Core Brief

Core Brief's are our real time communication, providing up-to-date information on a wide range of issues. Highlighting NHSGGC press releases and Scottish Government press releases on health.

The full archive is available on StaffNet (you must be on the NHS network to access).  Some of the links in Core Brief are hosted on StaffNet so are only available if you are on the NHS Network. 

Core Brief

  • 1 Jan 0001

    Communication of Part 4 (Health) Scotland Act

  • 28 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 28 December 2018
    This issue details a message from the Chief Executive on appointment in acute services and an NHSGGC news release on First Aid classes in Mental Health making an impact for young people.

  • 1 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 01 August 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details an NHSGGC press release on patient feedback helping to improve NHSGGC services.

  • 1 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 01 August 2018
    This issue brings you the latest information on the Stobhill Hospital fire and our +ve about HIV campaign.

  • 1 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 01 December 2016
    This issue provides information on a new training video on the Adults with Incapacity Act and details a Scottish Government press release on supporting victims of sexual assault.

  • 1 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 01 June 2016
    Information on Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC), management and governance arrangements for the Oral Health Directorate services and last change to get your home technology orders in - closing date 3 June.

  • 1 Nov 2016

    Core brief - 01 November 2016
    This issue announces the retirement of Corporate Director/Chief Officer for Inverclyde HSCP, Brian Moore.

  • 1 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 01 November 2017
    Sharing information on flu vaccination, Christmas and New Year pay days, new learnpro module and Child Protection Services.

  • 1 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 01 October 2018
    This issue details an open letter to all EU and EEA citizens employed in the NHS as we approach Brexit.

  • 2 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 02 August 2016
    Information on the Victoria Infirmary, Lancet article, best June A&E performance since 2011 and drive to increase bowel screening participation.

  • 2 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 02 August 2018
    This issue brings you news of East Renfrewshire achieving gold Unicef awards and Speak up our medicines waste campaign.

  • 2 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 02 February 2018
    This issue brings you information on Duty of Candour and Fire Safety training.

  • 2 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 02 June 2017
    Bringing you the latest security information including dealing with bomb threats, packages and vehicle procedures policy; What matters to you? Day on 6 June and calls for Chairman’s awards nominations.

  • 2 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 02 November 2015
    This Core Brief details an NHSGGC press release on the Director of Public Health biennial report: Back to Basics.

  • 2 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 02 November 2018
    This issue brings you an EU Nationality survey, Scottish Health Awards, The Herald Society Awards and the International Forum on Quality & Safety in Healthcare.

  • 2 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 02 October 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information from today’s (2 October) Annual Review.

  • 2 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 02 October 2018
    This issue details information on a record number of new nurse signings and a message from Medical Director Jennifer Armstrong.

  • 3 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 03 August 2016
    An NHSGGC press release on a dramatic drop in child tooth extractions

  • 3 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 03 August 2018
    This issue brings your information on support for Palestinian children and a new Red Bag initiative.

  • 3 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 03 January 2018
    This issue brings you details of the information asset register.

  • 3 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 03 January 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive.

  • 3 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 03 March 2017
    Providing information on "Back to the Future" conference for nurses and midwives, workplace journey challenge and the witness support available to staff.

  • 3 May 2018

    Core Brief - 03 May 2018
    This issue tells you how to get your own copy of the 70th anniversary logo and encourages bids for 70th anniversary funding.

  • 3 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 03 November 2015
    This Core Brief is an NHSGGC press release on an increased incidence of Serratia marcescens in the neonatal unit within the maternity unit linked to the RHC.

  • 3 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 03 November 2017
    Bringing you information on the Health and Safety roadshows, Scottish Healthcare Facilities awards, Parkinson's patients and Eastwood Health and Care Centre wins another award.

  • 3 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 03 October 2016
    This issue provides information on NHSGGC being hailed “a real gold-standard example for promoting sustainable travel options”.

  • 3 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 03 October 2017
    This issue brings your information on the annual review presentation video, Universal Feedback and Clinical Evidence.

  • 4 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 04 August 2016
    Information on new people management training programmes available via HRConnect.

  • 4 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 04 August 2016 (Annual Review)
    This issue details an NHSGGC press release on the Annual review held today.

  • 4 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 04 December 2018
    This issue brings you the latest on e-Payslips, Spiderman comes to the RHC, Patient Admin Transformation Programme update and a new Clear Desk Policy.

  • 4 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 04 July 2016
    Providing information on the appointment of new Board Members and the Vice Chair of NHSGGC.

  • 4 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 04 July 2018
    This issue of Core Brief calls for photographs from your 70th Anniversary events and brings you a security message from our colleagues in eHealth, details of awards from the Nursing Times and Louis Schmidt Laureate and a reminder of the SpeakUp! pharmacy campaign.

  • 4 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 04 November 2016
    This issue details a press release on a trio of NHSGGC award winners.

  • 4 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 04 October 2016
    This issue of Core Brief includes our response to the HEI inspection report on the Langlands Unit and provides information on The Renfrewshire Development Programme.

  • 4 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 04 October 2018
    This issue brings you news of the National flu campaign launch at the RAH and details of a realistic medicine survey.

  • 4 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 04 September 2018
    This issue brigs you September eESS training dates, SPPA annual benefit statements and Our Health Heroes Awards.

  • 5 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 05 August 2016
    This issue provides information on a range of awards looking for NHS nominations.

  • 5 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 05 December 2018
    This issue of Core Brief brings you a message of thanks from Jane Grant, Chief Executive for all your efforts yesterday.

  • 5 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 05 July 2016
    This issue details a message to all nurses and midwives on standards and professionalism.

  • 5 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 05 July 2018
    This issue is a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive on our celebrations for the 70th Anniversary.

  • 5 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 05 June 2017
    This issue of Core Brief asks for staff to remain vigilant and feeds back on security issues that were raised.

  • 5 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 05 June 2018
    Informing staff of the kick off of 70th anniversary celebrations with “Lap the Gart” and a dementia champions event and it also reminds staff to complete their medicines waste survey.

  • 5 May 2017

    Core Brief - 05 May 2017
    This issue provides information on the UK election guidance and an SPPA circular.

  • 5 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 05 November 2015
    Detailing festive pay dates, 2016/17 public holidays and highlights a number of awards picked up by the organisation.

  • 5 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 05 October 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details an NHSGGC news release on smoking cessation targets surpassed as more than 3,000 smokers quit.

  • 5 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 05 October 2017
    Bringing your information on the Director of nursing's open sessions, cyber security and team pick up top prize.

  • 5 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 05 September 2018
    This issue brings you information on new recruits, the appointment of a new chief of medicine and the QEUH will be glowing green this week.

  • 6 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 06 December 2016
    This issue provides information on the East Dunbartonshire HSCP move and highlights a new way for children to receive an MRI scan.

  • 6 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 06 December 2018
    This issue of Core Brief brings you an update on the paediatric cancer ward.

  • 6 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 06 February 2018
    This issue brings you information on statutory and mandatory training and BME engagement events.

  • 6 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 06 July 2016
    This issue details NHSGGC media statement on the HEI inspection report for VoL and provides an updated link to the Code of Conduct for staff.

  • 6 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 06 July 2018
    This issue brings you news of the celebrations that took place across the organisation marking the 70th Anniversary.

  • 6 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 06 March 2018
    Bringing you information on an incident at Gartnavel General, the appointment of a new Director of Allied Health Professions and iMatter/Dignity at Work.

  • 6 May 2016

    Core Brief - 06 May 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details the InS:PIRE team winning a BMJ award last night and a call for nominations for this year’s Chairman’s Awards.

  • 6 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 06 November 2015
    Staff are reminded about spam emails and provides links to two NHSGGC press releases.

  • 6 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 06 September 2016
    Queen Elizabeth University Hospital glows gold, school flu immunisation and NHS Organ Donation register.

  • 7 Dec 2015

    Core Brief - 07 December 2015
    This Core Brief is a Scottish Government press release on the dramatic drop in delayed discharge.

  • 7 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 07 December 2016
    This issue congratulates a team of radiographers who won a national award and provides details of a new scholarship for Band 6 nurses.

  • 7 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 07 June 2016
    This issue details a Scottish Government press release on a review of NHS targets.

  • 7 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 07 June 2017
    This issue of Core Brief includes a link to a generic ID Badge form and details where staff should return them to.

  • 7 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 07 November 2017
    This issue brings your all the latest from last night's celebrating success event.

  • 7 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 07 November 2018
    This issue provides information on the Staff Health Strategy, flu and eESS.

  • 8 Apr 2016

    Core Brief - 08 April 2016
    Highlighting the importance of patient confidentiality, uniform and dress policy and links to press release on new patient menus.

  • 8 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 08 February 2017
    This issue of Core Brief includes information on Keith Redpath retiring and the national cervical screening campaign.

  • 8 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 08 March 2016
    Call for non-executive directors, Scottish Government press release on pay rise and information on NHSmail.

  • 8 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 08 March 2018
    This issue brings you a message from John Brown, Chairman and a Scottish Government press release on a suicide prevention plan.

  • 8 May 2017

    Core Brief - 08 May 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details the appointment of a new chief officer for West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

  • 8 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 08 November 2016
    This issue provides information on last night's Celebrating Success Staff Awards event

  • 8 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 08 September 2016
    Engagement processes for five potential service changes

  • 8 Sep 2017

    Core Brief - 08 September 2017
    Bringing you information on a new induction video, the global address book, congrats to QEUH for winning Inspiring City award and video for kids coming into hosp reaches a million hits on YouTube.

  • 9 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 09 August 2018
    This issue details information on emergency department waiting times, security issue and Counter Fraud Services.

  • 9 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 09 February 2018
    This issue brings you information on the switchover to safer sharps devices.

  • 9 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 09 January 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details an NHSGGC news release on RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus).

  • 9 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 09 July 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the QEUH receiving the Unicef award and our medicines waste campaign.

  • 9 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 09 March 2016
    This issue provides information on National No Smoking Day and guidance on annual leave calculations.

  • 9 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 09 March 2016 (pm)
    This issue provides information on workplace pensions automatic re-enrolment.

  • 9 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 09 March 2018
    Bringing you news that our Tissue Viability team picked up an international award and its time to nominate your NHS heroes in this year's Chairman's Awards.

  • 9 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 09 November 2018
    This issue brings you an important update for staff working within patient administration.

  • 9 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 09 October 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details an important message from nurse director Margaret McGuire on the non payment of NMC registration fees.

  • 9 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 09 October 2018
    This issue brings you news about the Employee Director picking up and award, a family and quiet room at the RAH and Scottish Government info on whistleblowing.

  • 9 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 09 October 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you news of our flu campaign – don’t infect, protect, and Scottish Government announces nursing and midwifery students bursary to rise.

  • 9 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 09 September 2016
    Scottish Government press release on health and social care targets review and highlighting our data Amnesty Month.

  • 1 Feb 2016

    Core Brief - 1 February 2016
    This issue details information on workplace pensions – automatic re-enrolment 31 March 2016.

  • 1 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 1 March 2018 (adverse weather)
    This issue of Core Brief details a message to all staff about their continued efforts during the adverse weather.

  • 1 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 1 March 2018 (Taxis)
    This issue of Core Brief details information with regards to taxis.

  • 1 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 1 March 2018 (weekly pay)
    This issue of Core Brief details information for weekly paid staff.

  • 10 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 10 August 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details an update about the QEUH.

  • 10 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 10 December 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details the Medicines Waste survey.

  • 10 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 10 February 2017
    This issue of Core Brief includes information on new guidance issued on the use of e-cigarettes on NHS grounds and the St Mungo’s Medal revived after 70 years.

  • 10 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 10 January 2019
    This issue brings you the latest news on the acceptable use policy and Stobhill and Greenock take next steps.

  • 10 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 10 June 2016
    This issue wishes a happy first birthday to the Royal Hospital for Children, details the latest Project SEARCH graduates and encourages staff to complete the HIV anti stigma survey.

  • 10 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 10 March 2017
    This issue provides information on the communications team "win" at Murrayfield and calls for staff bursary applications.

  • 10 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 10 November 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on another award win; get tickets for this year's Christmas Concert; senior doctor calls for sugar free drinks for children; and be cyber aware.

  • 10 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 10 October 2017
    Bringing you information on the QEUH HIS inspection and details Director of Nursing's open session.

  • 10 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 10 October 2018
    This issue brings your information about Brexit and our Food, fluid and nutrition campaign.

  • 11 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 11 August 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details an update on the water supply problem at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and Data Protection Training.

  • 11 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 11 August 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details two NHSGGC news releases.

  • 11 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 11 December 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on Flu Fighters coming to your workplace and the Director of Property, Procurement and Facilities Management leaving post.

  • 11 Dec 2018

    Core brief - 11 December 2018
    This issue brings you a latest update on e-Payslips, a new campaign about when NOT to attend ED and the Festive Guide.

  • 11 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 11 February 2019
    This issue of Core Brief includes a Staff Brexit communication.

  • 11 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 11 January 2017
    This issue details NHSGGC's statement on the HEI report on the Princess Royal Maternity.

  • 11 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 11 January 2018
    This issue brings you information on the call for NHSScotland poster abstracts.

  • 11 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 11 June 2018
    This issue includes: First Minister announces 3% rise for majority of healthcare staff; Queen’s Birthday Honours List; Congratulations; and Hospital staff swing into action.

  • 11 May 2018

    Core Brief - 11 May 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the first nursing and midwifery Professional Governance Event: Shieldhall Road closure; Mental Health Awareness Week; and International Nurses Day.

  • 11 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 11 October 2018
    This issue brings to your attention the switchover of safer sharps, have you had you flu jab – Marie Farrell (Director of Clyde) has, West Dunbartonshire picks up at UNICEF Gold award.

  • 12 Apr 2017

    Core Brief - 12 April 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details a new booking system for the staff bank; two NHSGGC news releases : election guidance reminder; and a Scottish Government news release.

  • 12 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 12 August 2016
    This issue of Core Brief updates staff on the water supply issue at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.

  • 12 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 12 December 2018
    This issue brings you details of the new email usage policy.

  • 12 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 12 July 2016
    This issue provides information on the new Eastwood Health and Care Centre and bereavement resources to support staff.

  • 12 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 12 July 2017
    This issue of Core Brief is a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive, on insulation panels at the QEUH.

  • 12 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 12 July 2018
    Bringing you information about improving junior doctors’ working lives, we join Pride for sixth year, patient identifiable data, Chairman’s Awards and SpeakUp! our pharmacy waste campaign.

  • 12 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 12 June 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on a new upgraded booking system for the staff bank.

  • 12 May 2016

    Core Brief - 12 May 2016
    This issue of Core Brief celebrates International Nurses Day.

  • 12 May 2017

    Core Brief - 12 May 2017
    This issue highlights a nursing and midwifery conference and the 2017 Chairman's Awards.

  • 12 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 12 November 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the staff flu campaign and eESS.

  • 12 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 12 October 2016
    This issue provides information on the Self Management Awards and the Sandyford consultation.

  • 12 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 12 October 2017
    Bringing you information on a volunteer who has 500 hours of volunteering, children's teeth sparkle and superheroes at RHC.

  • 13 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 13 April 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on endowments reassurance.

  • 13 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 13 December 2016
    This issue of Core Brief includes information on the temporary transfer of West Glasgow MIU to the QEUH and the redesign of key cancer services.

  • 13 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 13 December 2017
    Bringing you a Scottish Government press release on funding and a thank you from the Chief Executive to everyone who has had their flu jab.

  • 13 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 13 January 2017
    This issue provides information on the HSE inspections and NHSScotland Event 2017 call for posters.

  • 13 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 13 July 2017
    Bringing you news of our new director of ehealth, meet our board nurse director and 2030 nursing vision.

  • 13 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 13 March 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information about the Staff Bursary scheme; new Data Protection regulations; the St Mungo’s Award winner; and RHC celebrates 365 days of vCreate.

  • 13 May 2016

    Core Brief - 13 May 2016
    This issue provides information on fire safety and a new home technology offer for staff.

  • 13 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 13 November 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details proposed new contract for GPs and an NHSGGC news release on COPD patient who praises treatment.

  • 13 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 13 November 2018
    This issue brings you the latest edition of Health News, improving care for neurological conditions and the latest on eESS.

  • 13 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 13 October 2017
    This issue provides information on flu and details Scottish Health Awards shortlist.

  • 13 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 13 September 2018
    This issue brings you news about CAMHS waiting times target, Glasgow City HSCP joins fight to stub out smoking, Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry and the witness liaison service.

  • 14 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 14 December 2017
    Bringing your information on transforming public procurement and the RCNi awards.

  • 14 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 14 December 2018
    This issue details information on NHSScotland event poster abstracts and Medicines Waste campaign.

  • 14 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 14 February 2018
    This issue brings you important information on Sharps LearnPro modules and highlights the latest edition of HealthNews.

  • 14 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 14 February 2018 (1)
    Bringing you information on the HIS report into Gartnavel General Hospital and details information on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

  • 14 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 14 February 2019
    This issue details information on a Scottish Government news release on improving maternity and neonatal care.

  • 14 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 14 February 2019 (MFT & LearnPro)
    This issue details information on the MFT staff event on 18 February and LearnPro modules.

  • 14 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 14 January 2016
    This issue calls for poster abstracts for the 2016 NHSScotland Event and provides links to the latest NHSGGC press releases.

  • 14 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 14 January 2016 (1)
    This issue provides information on media coverage on potential efficiency savings.

  • 14 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 14 June 2016
    This issue of Core Brief includes information on Delirium Week and the Staff Travel Survey.

  • 14 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 14 June 2018
    This issue brings you the Scottish Government's vision for Scotland's health and record numbers join the Involving People Network.

  • 14 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 14 March 2016
    This issue details important changes to National Insurance contributions from 6 April 2016.

  • 14 May 2018

    Core Brief - 14 May 2018
    This issue of Core Brief features the latest edition of Health News and information on Learning Disability Week.

  • 14 Oct 2015

    Core Brief - 14 November 2015
    Nurses and midwives reminded of the importance of revalidation and West Dunbartonshire HSCP congratulated on being shortlisted in The Herald Society Awards.

  • 14 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 14 November 2017
    Bringing you news on Dignity at Work and another round of awards.

  • 14 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 14 October 2016
    NHSGGC wins Innovation in Youth Employment award and details of our Records Management Plan.

  • 14 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 14 September 2016
    This issue of Core Brief provides information on important changes to eExpenses and Data Amnesty Month.

  • 15 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 15 August 2018
    This issue details information on: new support for patients fighting pancreatic cancer; dental hospital donated to Malawi; and the Scottish Health Awards.

  • 15 Dec 2015

    Core Brief - 15 December 2015
    This issue provides an update on discussions from today's Board meeting.

  • 15 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 15 December 2016
    HealthNews is out NOW featuring some of our staff who will be working on Christmas Day and details a Scottish Government press release on better access to new medicines.

  • 15 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 15 December 2016 (1)
    This issue provides information on the December Board meeting.

  • 15 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 15 February 2017
    This issue of Core Brief provides information on the HSE visit and links to an NHSGGC press release on new £40M Parkhead Health & Social Care Hub confirmed as Glasgow HSCP priority.

  • 15 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 15 January 2016
    This issue is a statement by the Chairman on finance.

  • 15 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 15 January 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the flu vaccination for staff and links to your January Staff Newsletter.

  • 15 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 15 June 2016
    This issue includes a message from the Chief Executive about the return of our Director of Public Health and details a Scottish Government press release on Trauma Network.

  • 15 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 15 June 2018
    This issue brings you information on a domestic abuse film, encourges entries into the Chairman's Awards and Jim Meighan, chaplain talks to SN about a hospitals' choir.

  • 15 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 15 March 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on World Delirium Day and lists which sites we have awareness stands at today; and we highlight what we are doing to tackle stress in the workplace.

  • 15 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 15 November 2017
    Bringing you your staff newsletter and two Scottish Government press releases; Sir Harry Burns NHS target review and minimum pricing.

  • 15 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 15 October 2018
    This issue details NHSGGC in the news; sharps safety devices on behalf of procurement; and don’t infect, protect.

  • 15 Sep 2017

    Core Brief - 15 September 2017
    This issue brings your information on the importance of ID badges, QEUH cladding update and RAH HEI inspection report.

  • 15 Sep 2017

    Core Brief - 15 September 2017 (1)
    This issue brings you information QEUH awards, modern apprentices and an amended link for an earlier Core Brief.

  • 18 Apr 2016

    Core Brief - 16 April 2016
    This issue of Core Brief includes a warning to drug injectors as HIV infections increase.

  • 16 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 16 April 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on cyber resilience – the ‘One Reset’ you need to protect your emails from hackers.

  • 16 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 16 August 2016
    This issue details an NHSGGC press release on an item discussed at today’s Board meeting.

  • 16 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 16 August 2016 (Board update)
    This issue of Core Brief provides information from today’s Board meeting.

  • 16 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 16 December 2016
    Providing an update on Chief Executive recruitment, the Interim Acute Division Chief Operating Officer and the use of premium rate agency for supplementary staffing.

  • 16 Feb 2016

    Core Brief - 16 February 2016
    This issue provides and update from today's Board meeting.

  • 16 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 16 February 2018
    This issue brings you news of two awards; The Dundas medal awarded to specialist palliative care and a clinical nurse specialist the only finalist in the British Journal of Nursing awards

  • 16 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 16 January 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details the official opening of Maryhill Health & Care Centre.

  • 16 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 16 July 2018
    This issue brings you information on the 70th Anniversary celebrations, the Chairman’s Awards and William Cullen Prize and eEES is now on LearnPro.

  • 16 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 16 June 2017
    This edition brings you the latest news from our most recent Board meeting (15 June).

  • 16 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 16 June 2017 (1)
    Brings you news of Eastwood Health and Care Centre's latest awards success and details of how to get you hands on the latest health news.

  • 16 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 16 March 2018
    This issue provides a media statement on the water system at RHC.

  • 16 May 2016

    Core Brief - 16 May 2016
    This issue announces the opening of the new HR Support and Advice Unit.

  • 16 May 2018

    Core Brief - 16 May 2018
    Bringing you information on clinical portal changes, mental health week and the Chairman's Awards.

  • 16 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 16 November 2015
    Information on the Celebrating Success Staff Awards event held tonight (16 November).

  • 16 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 16 November 2016
    This issue provides information on the Christmas and New Year pay arrangements and details the 2017/18 Public Holidays.

  • 16 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 16 November 2018
    This issue brings you information on falls prevention training and the care assurance improvement resource dashboard.

  • 16 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 16 November 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you information about the temporary closure of the Cowlairs decontamination unit.

  • 16 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 16 October 2018
    This issue lets staff know that eESS is going LIVE and provides information on flu.

  • 17 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 17 April 2018
    This issue brings you an update from today's Board meeting.

  • 17 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 17 August 2018
    This issue includes information on three MWC reports; Healthy and Active Workplace awards shortlist; HMRC spam emails and Speak Up! our medicines waste campaign.

  • 17 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 17 August 2018 (2)
    This issue details information on the pay rise for NHS workers and eESS management hierarchy.

  • 17 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 17 January 2018
    This brings you information on the adverse weather policy.

  • 17 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 17 January 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive.

  • 17 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 17 January 2019
    This issue brings you the latest information on ePayslips and we’re leading the way on asset management.

  • 17 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 17 November 2015
    Celebrating success staff awards event held last night (16 November).

  • 17 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 17 November 2017
    This issue brings you news on safer sharps and World Prematurity Day.

  • 17 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 17 October 2018
    The Board of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde met yesterday, Tuesday 16 October 2018. All the papers are available on on website at: www.nhsggc.org.uk Here is a summary of key items discussed at today’s meeting.

  • 18 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 18 April 2018
    This issue brings your details of the Beatson Documentary airing on 25 April and the Chairman's Awards.

  • 18 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 18 August 2016
    Information on developing GP services, the William Cullen Prize and over 600 facilities staff take part in dedicated communications training

  • 18 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 18 December 2018
    This issue details information on Carer's Dementia cafe and Medicines Waste campaign.

  • 18 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 18 December 2018 (Board)
    This issue bring you the latest news from today's Board meeting.

  • 18 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 18 January 2016
    This Core Brief details an NHSGGC statement on the Gartnavel General Hospital HEI report.

  • 18 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 18 January 2018
    This issue brings you the historic news on the new GP contract.

  • 18 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 18 January 2019
    This issue reminds staff of the importance of knowing what to do when a needlestick injury occurs and provides a message from Jeanne Freeman about EU Exit.

  • 18 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 18 July 2017
    Bringing you a message from the Chairman on services at IRH, highlighting Scottish Government whistleblowing alert line and reminding staff of the closing date for the Chairman's Awards.

  • 18 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 18 July 2017 (1)
    This issue provides information on a glazing incident at the QEUH.

  • 18 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 18 March 2016
    Providing information on Patient Confidentiality and highlighting a number of awards recently picked up by NHSGGC staff and projects

  • 18 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 18 November 2015
    This issue encourages staff to become an antibiotic guardian and provides a link to a Scottish Government press release on support for NHS whistleblowers.

  • 18 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 18 October 2016
    This issue provides an update from today's Board meeting.

  • 18 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 18 October 2017
    This issue brings you an update from the Board meeting held on 17 October.

  • 18 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 18 October 2018
    This issue calls for staff to get their flu jab and tells the about the MWC visit to Dykebar.

  • 18 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 18 September 2018
    This issue details information on a statement issued today on drains at the RHC.

  • 19 Apr 2016

    Core Brief - 19 April 2016
    This issue provides an update from today's Board meeting.

  • 19 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 19 April 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details on a potential scam; GMC are looking for a new chairman; and the end of an era at Parkhead Hospital.

  • 19 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 19 April 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you information on the West Glasgow MIU and our very own NHS heroes.

  • 19 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 19 December 2016
    This issue provides information on the publication of the health and social care delivery plan and the Health and Safety Executive inspections in January 2017.

  • 19 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 19 December 2017
    This issue of Core Brief updates on today’s Board meeting.

  • 19 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 19 January 2016
    This issue details NHSGGC's media statement on A&E weekly statistics.

  • 19 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 19 January 2018
    This issue brings you information on ward 15 RAH, Lightburn and cladding at QEUH.

  • 19 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 19 July 2017
    This issue brings you information on being cyber safe at work and home.

  • 19 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 19 March 2108
    This issue brings your information on Moving Forward Together staff engagement events and a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive on Financial Planning for 2018/19.

  • 19 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 19 November 2015
    This issue details two awards picked up by NHSGGC last night and provides links to the latest NHSGGC press releases.

  • 19 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 19 October 2017
    This issue brings you details of the public holidays for 2018/19, the dignity at work survey, a first look at the new Greenock Health Centre and details of a Mental Welfare Commission report.

  • 19 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 19 October 2018
    This issue brings you a message from the Chief Executive, Jane Grant on child protection.

  • 19 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 19 October 2018 (1)
    This issue bring you news about the Universal Credit.

  • 19 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 19 September 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details an NHSGGC news release on the opening of Maryhill Health and Care Centre.

  • 19 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 19 September 2018
    This issue brings you news about the flu website and announces two services shortlisted for a Quality and Improvement Award.

  • 2 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 2 March 2018 (adverse weather)
    This issue of Core Brief details information with regards to the continued adverse weather.

  • 2 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 2 March 2018 (Jane Grant message)
    This issue of Core Brief details a message from Jane Grant, chief executive.

  • 20 Apr 2017

    Core Brief - 20 April 2017
    This issue calls for nominations for this years Chairman's Awards.

  • 20 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 20 April 2018
    This issue brings you information of the CMO's report which was published today and Glasgow Royal makes a world of difference.

  • 10 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 20 August 2016
    Information on further changes within Human Resources and Organisational Development and a link to an NHSGGC press release on an information event aimed to boost numbers of living kidney donors in the west of Scotland.

  • 20 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 20 December 2016
    This issue provides an update from today’s Board meeting and links to a Scottish Government press release on cleft surgery and details an NHSGGC media statement on emergency department performance.

  • 20 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 20 December 2017
    This issue details information on an article from The BMJ about the flu vaccination; and the opening of Orchard View.

  • 20 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 20 December 2018
    This issue of Core Brief updates staff on the email usage policy and reminds staff to remain vigilant.

  • 20 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 20 February 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details an update from today’s Board meeting.

  • 20 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 20 January 2016
    This issue provides an email reminder for staff and links to the Chief Medical Officers Annual Report

  • 20 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 20 January 2017
    Detailing a Scottish Government press release on the maternity review and an invitation to EU health and social care workers.

  • 20 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 20 March 2017
    This issue details information on the Topping Out of the new Orchard View facility in Inverclyde and is a call for seven volunteers to join the NHSGGC team for the 205 Scottish Field Hospital Army Reserves - Exercise Medical Stretch.

  • 20 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 20 March 2018
    This issue of Core Brief updates on bacteria controls; fire safety training; and we share another NHS 70th heroes story.

  • 20 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 20 November 2018
    This issue brings your news about the Christmas and New Year pay dates and Universal Credit.

  • 20 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 20 November 2018 (1)
    This issue of Core Brief brings you news about the Patient Administration Transformation Programme and the Scottish Government’s alcohol strategy.

  • 20 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 20 September 2018
    This issue is about a new cafe that has opened at the dental hospital and the detect cancer early campaign.

  • 21 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 21 August 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details the importance of wearing your ID badge; Hepatitis B vaccination shortage; and a Scottish Government release on strengthening pharmacy.

  • 21 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 21 August 2018
    This issue brings you a message from the Chief Executive about the appointment of the Director of Estates and Facilities and tells staff about new driving licence checks being introduced.

  • 21 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 21 August 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you an update from today's Board meeting.

  • 21 Dec 2015

    Core Brief - 21 December 2015
    This Core Brief carries a Christmas message from Cabinet Health Secretary Shona Robison to NHS staff.

  • 21 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 21 December 2018
    This issue brings you a message from Chief Executive, Jane Grant and a Brexit update.

  • 21 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 21 February 2017
    This issue provides an update from today’s Board meeting.

  • 21 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 21 January 2019
    This issue of Core Brief updates on the cases of Cryptococcus at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

  • 21 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 21 March 2016
    NHSGGC press release on robots leading the way in the fight against prostate cancer and a Scottish Government press release on the extension to the whistleblowing alert line.

  • 21 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 21 March 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the Information Asset Register and SPPA.

  • 21 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 21 March 2018 (1)
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the update on bacteria concerns.

  • 21 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 21 October 2016
    This issue provides information on East Dunbartonshire HSCP Chief Officer appointment and the Director of Public Health calls for pregnant women to get the whooping cough vaccine.

  • 21 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 21 September 2016
    Message from Chief Executive, Robert Calderwood on the appointment of Interim Chief Officer, East Dunbartonshire HSCP.

  • 21 Sep 2017

    Core Brief - 21 September 2017
    This issue brings you information on a RMN engagement event and important information on the Allocate BankStaff system.

  • 22 Dec 2016

    Core Brief - 22 December 2015
    This issue details NHSGGC press releases: measures to improve performance in emergency departments, beware of button batteries and drop in suicides welcomed.

  • 22 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 22 December 2017
    This issue brings you a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive and information on unversal credits.

  • 22 Jan 2016

    Core Brief - 22 January 2016
    This issue details a Scottish Government press release on a new GP pilot in Inverclyde.

  • 22 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 22 January 2019
    This issue brings you a message from Jane Grant, Chief Executive.

  • 22 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 22 June 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on a new BBC documentary about the Teenage Cancer Trust at the RHC.

  • 22 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 22 June 2018
    This issue brings your information Pay and Conditions for NHS staff, eESS manager self service training , FairWarning coming in October.

  • 22 May 2018

    Core Brief - 22 May 2018
    This issue details information on the second Beyond Boundaries newsletter; Daily Record Awards; and additional drop-in Clinical Portal sessions.

  • 22 May 2018

    Core Brief - 22 May 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you information on 70 years of the NHS in Scotland and congratulates staff on winning a rheumatology award.

  • 23 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 23 August 2016
    This issue details a Scottish Government press release on a fall in hospital mortality.

  • 23 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 23 August 2017
    This issue reminds staff of the importance of fire safety training and details an NHSGGC press release on health improvement opportunities.

  • 23 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 23 February 2018
    This issue brings your information on the Mental Welfare Commission reports and details the diet and obesity consultation.

  • 23 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 23 June 2016
    Providing information on new FAI resource, press office out of hours information and link to NHS Ayrshire & Arran press release on MS foot drop study.

  • 23 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 23 June 2017
    Reminding staff to do their fire safety training and congratulates Stobhill TCAT on winning at the NHSScotland Event.

  • 23 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 23 June 2017 (1)
    Informing staff of a new online Bank booking system going LIVE on 1 July.

  • 23 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 23 March 2016
    This issue reminds staff that the election guidance comes into effect on 24 March and provides information on the Staff Bursary Scheme.

  • 23 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 23 March 2017
    Detailing an NHSGGC press release on waiting times for young people with mental health issues improving and reminds staff to be security aware.

  • 23 May 2016

    Core Brief - 23 May 2016
    This issue provides information on a survey which has revealed that smoking rates in school pupils has halved in the last three years.

  • 23 May 2018

    Core Brief - 23 May 2018
    This issue reminds staff to get their entries into the Chairman's Awards, talks about HIV awareness and clinical portal dates.

  • 23 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 23 November 2015
    This issue provides information on NHSGGC reservists and includes a link to a dementia strategy survey.

  • 24 Apr 2017

    Core Brief - 24 April 2017
    This issue details an NHSGGC news release on the twinning arrangement between the Royal Hospital for Children and the Institute of Child Health in Lahore.

  • 24 Aug 2016

    Core Brief - 24 August 2016
    This issue provides information on the Property, Procurement and Facilities Management directorate and staff bursary successes.

  • 24 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 24 August 2017
    Dr David Stewart comes to your LIVE on Webex talking about unscheduled care.

  • 24 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 24 August 2018
    This issue brings you news of the new FairWarning system and health and safety incident reporting.

  • 24 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 24 December 2018
    This issue details information on the Long Service Badges and updates on the staff flu immunisation programme.

  • 24 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 24 February 2017
    This issue provides information on the retirement of the Director of Planning and Policy.

  • 24 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 24 July 2018
    This issue tells you that Health News our online magazine for our patients and public, is out today and its time to get your entries in to the Chairman’s Awards and William Cullen Prize.

  • 24 May 2017

    Core Brief - 24 May 2017
    Bringing you an important security message and an update from the "Back to the Future" conference.

  • 24 May 2018

    Core Brief - 24 May 2018
    Calling all carers and its time to get your entries into the William Cullen Prize!

  • 24 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 24 November 2015
    This issue provides information on the West Glasgow Ambulatory Care Hospital at the former Yorkhill.

  • 24 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 24 November 2016
    This issue details a Scottish Government press release on 60,000 Scots trained in CPR.

  • 24 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 24 November 2017
    This issue brings you information on the Carers Act.

  • 24 Oct 2016

    Core Brief - 24 October 2016
    This issue of Core Brief provides information on staff shortlisted in the Scottish Health Awards 2016.

  • 24 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 24 October 2018
    This issue of Core Brief provides information on the Scottish Health awards shortlist and details press releases issue so far this week.

  • 25 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 25 January 2019
    This issue informs you of the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer and highlights a thank you message from the Chief Executive.

  • 25 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 25 July 2018
    This edition brings you news of our signing a Memorandum of Agreement with the University of Glasgow, our statement on the New Victoria HIS report and we’ve been shortlisted for a Dementai Award.

  • 25 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 25 June 2018
    This issue details information on Speak Up our new medicines waste campaign; Pay rise for NHS staff; and NHSScotland Global Citizenship Programme.

  • 25 May 2016

    Core Brief - 25 May 2016
    This issue provides information on Scottish Patient Safety Programme and Adults with Incapacity documentation launch.

  • 25 May 2018

    Core Brief - 25 May 2018
    This issue informs staff that its GDPR Day and advises them to take care in the sun.

  • 25 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 25 November 2015
    This issue provides information on the latest edition of Health News and links to an NHSGGC press release on The Shields Centre picking up another two accolades.

  • 25 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 25 October 2017
    This issue is a message for clinical staff from the acute infection control committee.

  • 25 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 25 September 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the Accessible Use Policy.

  • 26 Feb 2016

    Core Brief - 26 February 2016
    This issue details a joint statement on the Trade Union Bill 2015.

  • 26 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 26 July 2018
    Bringing you information about a security and threat LearnPro module, long service badges and encouraging staff to get there international entries into the Chairman’s Awards.

  • 26 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 26 June 2018
    This Core Brief details a summary from today’s Board meeting.

  • 26 May 2017

    Core Brief - 26 May 2016
    This issue brings you the latest security update, congratulates Eastwood Health and Care Centre on winning a Scottish Design award and encourages staff to enter this years Chairman's Awards.

  • 26 May 2017

    Core Brief - 26 May 2017
    This issue brings you information on Data Sharing.

  • 26 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 26 November 2015
    This issue provides information on Inverclyde Continuing Care facility and links to Scottish Government press release on norovirus.

  • 26 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 26 November 2018
    This issue details information on roving flu teams and an update on eESS.

  • 26 Oct 2017

    Core Brief - 26 October 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details the switchover date to sharps safety devices and a nurse director open session at the QEUH.

  • 26 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 26 October 2018
    This Brief brings you the public holidays for 2019/20, the latest on eESS and a clinical support worker is honoured with National hero award.

  • 27 Apr 2016

    Core Brief - 27 April 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details the changes within Human Resources and Organisational Development which are going live.

  • 27 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 27 April 2018
    This issue brings you information on the latest phase of Safer Sharps.

  • 27 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 27 April 2018 (1)
    This issue brings you up to date with Small Change Matters and the introduction of posters and “Idea of the Month”.

  • 27 Dec 2017

    Core Brief - 27 December 2017
    This issue details a message from Health Secretary Shona Robison praising staff and announcing A&E figures.

  • 27 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 27 December 2018
    This issue details information on a Cabinet Secretary visit to Parkhead Health Centre and the International Forum on Quality and Safety in Healthcare.

  • 27 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 27 February 2017
    This issue of Core Brief provides information on the HSE visit this week and details 2017 election guidance.

  • 27 Feb 2017

    Core Brief - 27 February 2017 (new chief exec)
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the new chief executive and a Scottish Government news release on Realising Realistic Medicine.

  • 27 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 27 July 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details the formal action taken by the organisation with regards to the HSE Inspection report from April this year. This Core Brief focuses on the management of falls.

  • 27 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 27 July 2018
    This issue brings you information on the new navigators who will be at the QEUH and reminds you to get your entries in to the Chairman’s Awards and William Cullen Prize.

  • 27 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 27 June 2017
    This issue of Core Brief updates on today’s Board meeting.

  • 27 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 27 March 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on a pay settlement for NHS staff.

  • 27 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 27 March 2018
    This issue brings your information to the newly launched clinical midwifery supervision, the importance of fire safety training and get your bids in for the 70th anniversary event endowment monies!

  • 27 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 27 November 2017
    This issue includes a link to the NHSScotland Chief Executive’s annual report; NHSGGC staff pick up three more awards and honour for QEUH doctor.

  • 27 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 27 November 2018
    This issue of Core Brief gives an update on Cowlairs Decontamination Unit.

  • 27 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 27 September 2018
    This issue brings you a message from the Director of Nursing, Beatson scoops BAFTA nomination, GO Awards for Procurement Team and its time to start thinking about your Flu jab.

  • 28 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 28 August 2017
    Bringing you information on managing celebrity and VIP visits and Dr David Stewart's Webex on 29 August at 2pm.

  • 28 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 28 August 2018
    This issue brings you patient experience figures and Kenneth Fleming, Head of Health and Safety talks to you about incident reporting.

  • 28 Feb 2018

    Core Brief - 28 February 2018
    This issue brings you information on the a message from the Chief Executive.

  • 28 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 28 July 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details the celebrity and Royal opening of the Royal Hospital for Children’s Teenage Cancer Unit.

  • 28 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 28 July 2017
    This issue brings your information on the management of sharps.

  • 28 Jun 2018

    Core Brief - 28 June 2018
    This issue brings you information on interpreting services our Speak up! our new pharmacy campaign and have you entered the Cullen Prize yet?

  • 28 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 28 March 2018
    This issue of Core Brief brings you important information on the switchover date to safer sharps devices.

  • 28 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 28 March 2018 (1)
    This issue brings your information about the “Go Live” date for Turas and tells you that eEES is coming!

  • 28 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 28 November 2017
    This issue brings you information on flu and advanced nurse practice award.

  • 28 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 28 November 2018
    This issue brings you news about Grant Archibald moving to NHS Tayside and Paul Gray Chief Executive of NHS Scotland stepping down.

  • 28 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 28 November 2018 (1)
    This issue of Core Brief brings you the latest on e-Payslips.

  • 28 Sep 2016

    Core Brief - 28 September 2016
    This issue provides information on NHSGGC staff being physically and verbally assaulted and reminds staff of the last few days of Data Amnesty Month.

  • 28 Sep 2018

    Core Brief - 28 September 2018
    This issue brings you news about the record number of kidney transplants performed, an honour for GRI doc and moving and handling assessments.

  • 29 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 29 August 2017
    This issue brings you a Scottish Government press release on an expert group to support improvements in elective care and reminds staff of the importance of fire safety training.

  • 29 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 29 January 2019
    This edition brings you the latest on e-Payslips, interim weather guidance and details of digital awards.

  • 29 Jul 2016

    Core Brief - 29 July 2016
    Information on the Supreme Court ruling on Named Person; the appointment of Dr Chris Smith as a Clinical Champion for Diabetes UK; and reminds staff to complete their staff attitude on employability and financial inclusion survey.

  • 29 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 29 June 2016
    This issue provides an update from the Board meeting held yesterday.

  • 29 Jun 2017

    Core Brief - 29 June 2017
    Bringing you information on hate crime and exercising during pregnancy.

  • 29 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 29 March 2017
    Information on HIS inspection report at QEUH, changes at Beatson entrance and reminder to staff of timings for CEO's retiral presentation.

  • 29 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 29 March 2018
    This issue brings you information on the introduction of the Carers (Scotland) Act and reminds staff of the importance of their fire safety training.

  • 29 May 2018

    Core Brief - 29 May 2018
    This issue provides information on the Carers Act.

  • 29 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 29 November 2016
    This issue details a Scottish Government press release on a major overhaul of outpatient appointments.

  • 29 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 29 November 2018
    This issue brings you news about the EU settlement scheme pilot, FairWarning and eESS.

  • 29 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 29 October 2018
    This issue congratulates staff shortlisted in the NHSScotland Excellence Awards and details information on Child Tax/Universal Credit two child cap.

  • 29 Sep 2017

    Core Brief - 29 September 2017
    Bringing you information on the Staff Health Strategy and the human resources shared services.

  • 30 Apr 2018

    Core Brief - 30 April 2018
    This core Brief details a message from Jane Grant, chief executive

  • 30 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 30 August 2018
    This issue brings you news a 3% pay increase for doctors and dentists, get you nominations in to this year’s Our Heroes Awards and what our staff are doing for charity.

  • 30 Jul 2018

    Core Brief - 30 July 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on eEEs manager self service training; Scottish Health Awards; Chairman’s Awards; and the William Cullen Prize.

  • 30 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 30 June 2016
    Detail on Acceptance of Gifts & Hospitality and Declaration of Interests, Disclosure Payments to Healthcare Professionals by Pharmaceutical Companies and a link to an NHSGGC press release.

  • 30 Mar 2016

    Core Brief - 30 March 2016
    Message from Director of Finance to all NHSGGC budget holders.

  • 30 Nov 2015

    Core Brief - 30 November 2015
    This issue of Core Brief details the retiral of Chairman Andrew Robertson; a new ward initiative in Glasgow acute hospitals for drug misusers; calls for people to share their experience of using NHS services; and a Blueprint for out-of-hours care

  • 30 Nov 2016

    Core Brief - 30 November 2016
    This issue provides information on stationery and World Aids Day.

  • 30 Nov 2017

    Core Brief - 30 November 2017
    This issue tells you about the QEUH being lit up for World Aids Day and an Jeane Freeman, MSP visits RHC.

  • 30 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 30 November 2018
    This issue of Core Brief brings you news about the QEUH and Gartnavel General glowing red, the modern apprentice award, a mental health physical healthcare policy, a lifetime achievement award and festive fire precautions.

  • 31 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 31 August 2017
    This issue informs staff on how to access Dr David Stewart's unscheduled care video and provides information from the SPPA on benefit statements.

  • 31 Aug 2018

    Core Brief - 31 August 2018
    This issue brings you details of a mental welfare commission report and tells of a gran who responds to her granddaughter playing the harp.

  • 31 Dec 2018

    Core Brief - 31 December 2018
    This Core Brief brings you news about smoking cessation success and a pre-employment training programme success.

  • 31 Jan 2017

    Core Brief - 31 January 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on transforming the delivery of Acute Services.

  • 31 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 31 July 2017
    This issue of Core Brief brings you information on the management of skin health.

  • 31 Mar 2017

    Core brief - 31 March 2017
    This issue details a farewell message from Robert Calderwood, Chief Executive on his retirement.

  • 31 Oct 2018

    Core Brief - 31 October 2018
    This issue details information on our BSL plan; NHSGGC Cardiac Arrest Dataset; and a news release issued to encourage more BME donors.

  • 5 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 5 July 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the Bank Staff booking system.

  • 5 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 5 November 2018
    This issue details information on improving access to health services for deaf people and information on the release of your Staff Newsletter and Team Brief tomorrow.

  • 6 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 6 February 2019
    This issue of Core Brief details information on GDPR and Turas.

  • 6 Jul 2017

    Core Brief - 6 July 2017
    This issue brings you information on the sod cutting at the new Woodside Health and Care Centre and the ABLE fund.

  • 6 Jun 2016

    Core Brief - 6 June 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details two news releases from the Scottish Government on cancer patients.

  • 6 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 6 March 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details new Modern Apprenticeship vacancies; award success; and information on Chief Executive Robert Calderwood’s retiral.

  • 6 Mar 2018

    Core Brief - 6 March 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details a message from Anne MacPherson, director of HR & OD.

  • 6 Nov 2018

    Core Brief - 6 November 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on last night’s (Monday 5 November) Celebrating Success event.

  • 7 Aug 2017

    Core Brief - 7 August 2017
    This issue details information on the next meet the Board Nurse Director; nurse Lisa Gervais who has been shortlisted for a prestigious national prize; and more than £19 million invested in IRH.

  • 7 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 7 February 2019
    This issue details information on our Annual Review and psychology services review.

  • 7 Jan 2019

    Core Brief - 7 January 2019
    This issue of Core Brief details information on a new winter radio ad campaign.

  • 8 Feb 2019

    Core Brief - 8 February 2019
    This issue of core brief details information on appointments and moves.

  • 8 Jan 2018

    Core Brief - 8 January 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on ‘Beyond boundaries’ – developing a new regional plan for the West of Scotland.

  • 8 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 8 March 2017
    This issue of Core Brief details a Scottish Government news release from Public Health Minister Aileen Campbell, marking No Smoking Day.

  • 8 Mar 2017

    Core Brief - 8 March 2017 (Inverclyde HSCP appointment)
    This issue of Core Brief details information on the appointment of Louise Long as Chief Officer/Corporate Director of Health and Social Care of Inverclyde HSCP.

  • 8 May 2018

    Core Brief - 8 May 2018
    This issue of Core Brief details information on a one-off evidence session on the performance against our Local Delivery Plan and HIV – know the facts.

  • 9 May 2016

    Core Brief - 9 May 2016
    This issue of Core Brief details the launch of the new online service - HRConnect.

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