Echoing the views of Prof Adrian Banning, with whom The Leaders Council spoke earlier this week, consultant rheumatologist and associate medical director Dr Antoni Chan from the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust believes that the Covid-19 pandemic has acted as a reset button for the NHS and can be used as a catalyst for improvement.

Pressing the reset button: Dr Antoni Chan says that Covid-19 can act as the circuit-breaker to rethink NHS systems and be a turning point for the health service


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                            <div data-pmr-editable="" class="medium-editor-insert-plugin"><p class="">In today's leadership round-up we see the launch of two campaigns, the first to treat young people in care with more dignity and the second to promote best practise in ventilation across offices, schools &amp; hospitals.&nbsp;</p><h4><b style="">Serenity Welfare Launch 'Hope Instead of Handcuffs' Campaign&nbsp;</b></h4><p class=""><span style="font-size: 1.1rem;"><a href="http://www.leaderscouncil.co.uk/members/emily-aklan">Emily Aklan</a>, founder and CEO of<a href="https://serenitywelfare.org/"> Serenity Welfare</a>, has put together the first campaign article for ‘Hope instead of Handcuffs’. Writing for <a href="https://www.mysocialworknews.com/">mysocialworknews.com</a> Aklan goes into detail about the campaign, why it began and what successful policy change looks like.</span><br></p><p>Aklan says ‘’ I don’t want any child to suffer such a dehumanising experience. That’s why I’m launching a new campaign, Hope instead of Handcuffs. We want to make sure that children and young people in care aren’t treated as if they don’t matter.’’</p><p>Previously for The Leaders Council she has said ‘’Too often, vulnerable children - such as those in care or those being exploited by vicious county lines gangs - are treated as criminals rather than victims who require care and support to rebuild their lives.’’</p><p>The campaign’s core objectives include legislating to ban the handcuffing, restraining, or caging of children except when there is a considerable risk of the child harming themselves or others. The campaign also recommends that government allocates a specific minister to oversee support for the mentoring of vulnerable and at-risk children and young people so that they can reach their potential and lead safe, fulfilling lives.</p><p>Serenety Welfare are specialists in helping children who are in the care system they provide support, education and transport to make sure that young people are kept safe and protected. </p><p><a href="https://www.mysocialworknews.com/article/hope-instead-of-handcuffs-for-our-children-says-new-campaign">https://www.mysocialworknews.com/article/hope-instead-of-handcuffs-for-our-children-says-new-campaign</a></p><h4><b>NAAD Release updated ventilation guide</b></h4><p><a href="https://www.naaduk.co.uk/">NAAD </a>have updated their ventilation guidance to protect against Covid-19 transmission. As the specialists in ductwork and ventilation across the UK they have released a guidance report to help building managers better understand the requirements and benefits of maintaining a clean ventilation system. </p><p>This guidance is supplementary to all government guidelines in relation to social distancing, hand washing, essential travel and staying at home, etc.<br>  The scope is relevant to all types of commercial and public buildings such as offices, factories, schools and hotels where normal social transmission is possible. Hospitals and healthcare facilities in particular will benefit from the service due to the higher risk of contact with Covid 19 and the specialised work procedures required. </p><p class="">

















































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In today's leadership round-up we see the launch of two campaigns, the first to treat young people in care with more dignity and the second to promote best practise in ventilation across offices, schools & hospitals. 

Leadership Round-up: Emily Aklan launches Hope Instead of Handcuffs Campaign and NAAD release updated ventilation guide to protect against Covid-19


                        
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                            <div data-pmr-editable="" class="medium-editor-insert-plugin"><p><b>Our latest leadership roundup brings news of a well deserved patronage, HSE is doing spotchecks on warehouses across England and the benefits of regional investment.&nbsp;</b></p><h4>Dr Janet Rose Patron of the national Regulation Matters Campaign</h4><p>The<a href="https://www.regulationmatters.co.uk/"> Regulation Matte</a>rs Campaign seeks to highlight, as one of its main aims, that the nanny sector is unregulated in the UK, which is a safety issue for the young children being left in the care of unregistered nannies. Dr Janet Rose has been nominated as the first Patron of the campaign as it seeks to get ministerial oversight of the sector. </p><p>Dr Rose, Principal of Norland College, said ‘I am delighted to accept Regulation Matters’ invitation to become the campaign’s first patron. I am especially pleased to hold this position given that Norland was established in 1892 as the very first educational establishment to offer childcare training, a revolutionary notion at the time, and continues to champion the professionalisation of nannies. I am passionately committed to increasing the regulation of the nanny profession so that we can ensure that all young children can enjoy a high quality and safe environment. I look forward to supporting this critical national campaign.’</p><p class=""><br></p><h4>Transport sector target of HSE Checks but OMS can help</h4><p><a href="https://press.hse.gov.uk/2020/11/23/hse-is-checking-businesses-in-the-transport-sector-are-covid-secure/">HSE have announced</a> that they will be focusing on spot checks of the transport and logistics sector in the run up to Christmas. According to the announcement ‘HSE inspectors and local authority officers will be visiting warehouses and distribution centres across the country to make sure workplaces are COVID-secure and following the relevant guidance’. </p><p>Due to the current lockdown measures and ever increasing popularity of Black Friday sales, for online retailers, the demand for online shopping will be greater than ever. The checks will be putting the spotlight on an already busy sector making sure there are adequate hygiene facilities. </p><p>For over 20 years <a href="https://oms.uk.com/news/transport-sector-now-the-target-of-hse-covid-checks/">OMS </a>have provided H&amp;S advice across many sectors and so for any doubts about the correct procedures or to have a consultation they are available on 01530 833533. </p><p class=""><br></p><h4>Future Wealth Television continues </h4><p>Since England went into it’s second lockdown Jillian Thomas,  Managing Director of <a href="https://wealthmanagement.uk.com/">Future Life Wealth Management</a>, has continued to host Future Life Television speaking to business leaders, journalists &amp; healthcare professionals about the issues of the day. </p><p>In the latest episode she sits down with Justin Urquhart Stewart of <a href="https://www.regionallyuk.co.uk/">Regionally</a> to speak about a new venture of regional investments and attracting more money into local areas. In previous episodes she has spoken with <a href="https://wealthmanagement.uk.com/blog/2020/should-dominic-cummings-have-gone-to-specsavers/">Dr Gil Vasey </a>about Dominic Cummings’ eyesight and <a href="https://wealthmanagement.uk.com/blog/2020/reporting-the-news-in-a-lockdown/">Nancy Fielder </a>of the Sheffield Star about how to report the news when urged to stay at home. You can watch the latest episode below. </p><div class="medium-insert-embeds">
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Our latest leadership roundup brings news of a well deserved patronage, HSE is doing spotchecks on warehouses across England and the benefits of regional investment. 

LEADERSHIP ROUNDUP: Dr Janet Rose named as patron of Regulation Matters Campaign, OMS helps the Transport Sector  and  Jillian Thomas continues Future Life Television 


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                            <div data-pmr-editable="" class="medium-editor-insert-plugin"><p>In our latest round-up of quotes from leaders across the UK, we hear from the Prime Minister Boris Johnson as lockdown in England comes to an end but Simon Cannell says that local lockdowns in a tiered system don’t just end at the border. We also hear from Michal Wood who wants more Individual responsibility as Grant Schapps announces changes to quarantine when entering the UK.<br></p><p>Boris Johnson</p><p>‘I’m sorry to say that we expect more regions will fall, at least temporarily, into higher levels than before,” he told the Commons. “But, by using these tougher tiers and by using rapid-turnaround tests on an ever greater scale to drive [the R number] below one and keep it there, it should be possible for areas to move down the tiering scale.’ (Prime minister Boris Johnson announces new tier system in England as the autumn lockdown ends)</p><p>Simon Cannell</p><p>‘’The local lockdowns have wide ranging implications way beyond the local area so please do not think that local support is good enough. We supply customers across the whole of Great Britain so we are affected by all of the local lockdowns and it becomes increasingly difficult trying to keep up with the rules across the various parts of the UK.’’ (<a href="https://www.theparliamentaryreview.co.uk/organisations/speciality-breads">Speciality Breads</a> director Simon Cannell doesn’t think enough has been done to help the supply lines to the hospitality sector)</p><p>Michael Wood</p><p>‘’If we are to finish the job post Lockdown, people must be allowed to travel, give the responsibility to the people. The Hotels are doing their best working responsible and have all the relevant protocol in place, we will keep people safe given the opportunity.’’ (Michael Wood of <a href="https://www.theparliamentaryreview.co.uk/organisations/westfield-farms">Westfield Farms</a> wants to see more freedom of movement to help the hospitality sector recover)</p><p>Grant Schapps</p><p>‘’ Our new testing strategy will allow us to travel more freely, see loved ones and drive international business. By giving people the choice to test on day five, we are also supporting the travel industry as it continues to rebuild out of the pandemic’’ (The transport secretary<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55052381"> announces a change</a> in the way people have to quarantine on arrival into the UK)</p><p class=""><br></p></div>
                    

In our latest round-up of quotes from leaders across the UK, we hear from the Prime Minister Boris Johnson as lockdown in England comes to an end but Simon Cannell says that local lockdowns in a tiered system don’t just end at the border. We also hear from Michal Wood who wants more Individual responsibility as Grant Schapps announces changes to quarantine when entering the UK.



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