No navel-gazing here

At this time of unprecedented demand for NHS services, GP practices of all sizes across the nation have swiftly embraced online and telephone consultations over the last seven days. Many were there or partially there already. But many were not. Until now. Most organisations would take weeks to adapt to such an enormous shift in how it operates. But dedicated practice staff have made it happen almost overnight, adapting to triage and new pathways of care without having the patient in the room.

Today, we held a breakfast at Sartoria restaurant for technology brands, to discuss the evolving nature of technology communications. The past decade has been an exciting time for technology comms. Tools that were once the realm of the IT department are now just as likely to be used across the whole company.

Just over a month old, the year is already testing the smarts of Communicators

As we enter this new decade, speaking out about our mental health is definitely becoming easier rather than something hidden in the shadows or swept under the carpet. Thanks to the high profile given to people’s struggles, as a society we are more aware that we need to help and accommodate those with mental health issues, with dedicated charities and workplace support being set up, and importantly – more available.

Welcome to our monthly social update. Here, our digital team will fill you in on what’s been happening in the world of social media over the past month.