Latest news and publications

This section features the latest news from Healthcare Improvement Scotland.

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We’re recruiting two Non-Executive Members to join our Board. Find out more and apply by 24 August 2026.

Elanic – independent healthcare inspection report: July 2026

Independent Healthcare Inspection report for Elanic. Published 28 July 2026.

NCMAG 128 Pazopanib: July 2026

NCMAG 128 Pazopanib

NCMAG 127 Arsenic trioxide in combination with all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA [tretinoin]): July 2026

NCMAG 127 Arsenic trioxide in combination with all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA [tretinoin]): June 2026

Adult Inpatient tool and small wards tool data capture template: July 2026

Adult Inpatient tool and small wards tool data capture template: July 2026

Adult Inpatient Staffing Level Tool user guide: July 2026

Summary The Adult Inpatient Tool (AiT) is set up to enable nursing staff to record information to review workload. It […]

New national guidance for NHS staff on speaking up in NHS Scotland

New guidance for NHS staff developed with Independent National Whistleblowing Officer

How NHS staff can raise concerns

Summary Information graphics on how NHS staff can raise concerns Documents

Case Study: Small changes lead to big improvements at Auchtermairnie: March 2026

Case Study: Small changes lead to big improvements at Auchtermairnie: March 2026

Case study: Taking a holistic approach to improve understanding and support for patients experiencing stress and distress: July 2026

Case study: Taking a holistic approach to improve understanding and support for patients experiencing stress and distress: July 2026