DOLLY CHADDA

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    Cyberschool days

    2000-02-24T00:00:00

    As more and more education providers offer web-based open and distance learning courses, Dolly Chadda looks at the prospects for NHS staff to learn online

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    BMA backs calls to close A&Es

    1998-07-02T00:00:00

    Doctors' leaders have thrown their weight behind the idea of 'super hospitals' serving half a million people each, claiming that local hospitals do not have the technology to save patients' lives.

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    CHCs face a shake-up after damning report

    1998-07-02T00:00:00

    Community health councils have largely failed in their role as local NHS watchdogs and are in need of a radical overhaul, according to a report backed by the NHS Executive.

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    Ashworth chief faces fresh criticism

    1998-04-30T00:00:00

    Troubled Ashworth top-security hospital is to take 'independent advice' on doctors' claims that chief executive Hilary Hodge is interfering in clinical matters.

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    Sackings spark attack on Management Executive

    1998-04-30T00:00:00

    The dramatic sacking last week of four non-executive directors of Tayside health board has led to scathing criticism of the NHS Management Executive in Scotland.

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    Shouting in Unison

    1998-04-16T00:00:00

    Ministers had an easy ride at union conferences last year. Now the honeymoon is over. Dolly Chadda reports

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    A sense of security

    1998-04-09T00:00:00

    Ashworth Hospital's top managers insist it has a future beyond its current problems. Dolly Chadda reports

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    Controversy over 'macho' management at Ashworth

    1998-04-02T00:00:00

    Troubled Ashworth Special Hospital was embroiled in more controversy this week amid claims that its new management regime is alienating staff with a 'macho' style.

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    Pay slip?

    1998-04-02T00:00:00

    Are senior managers in health authorities right to have misgivings about their new pay scheme? Dolly Chadda reports

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    Budding relationship

    1998-03-26T00:00:00

    Assertive outreach has been touted as the saviour of community care. Dolly Chadda visited the Tulip project to find out how it works