Northern Ireland

The Northern Irish government has published its plan for managing the pressure that winter is expected to place on the health service this year.

This event sought to support finance functions across the four nations to improve financial sustainability.

A disagreement about accruals and provisions, private hospital financial management standards and governance guidance for integrated care boards.

There was outrage in many quarters, and disappointment from NHS Providers.

The HFMA has recognised the vital support of a selection of its members.