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The Public Sector Finance Leaders Barometer The Public Sector Finance Leaders Barometer

The Public Sector Finance Leaders Barometer is a nationwide pulse check of the pressures, priorities and sentiment shaping local government finance. Compiled from the insights of Section 151 officers and finance directors, it provides a data‑rich view of how leaders are navigating 2026, a year defined by financial constraints, regulatory complexities and rising demand.

23 Jan 2026

Article UK Health Tech Outlook: How the NHS 10-Year Plan will transform care

On the 3rd July 2025, the Labour government published its 10-year health plan for the NHS, setting out its vision to transform how healthcare is delivered across England. For health tech innovators, this is not just a policy, it’s a game-changing opportunity. Our experts Will Rose and Jessica Sandercock outline the key details of the plan and its impact on Health Tech in the UK.

| 2 min read | 20 Jan 2026

Article Spending Review 2025: What does it mean for public sector leaders?

The Spending Review is a shift in the size and scope of the state. Understanding the budgets and targets is key for meeting the new expectations.

Phillip Woolley

| 11 min read | 16 Jun 2025

Report Healthcare and pharma services M&A review: Winter 2024

The healthcare market is still an attractive prospect for investors. Stay informed on the key deals in our M&A review.

Peter Jennings

| 04 Mar 2025

Article Community health service planning: High-quality data is the starting point

How can optimising systems and engaging clinical teams improve data quality standardisation in NHS community services?

25 Feb 2025

Report Bridging the Gap: The Power of Place in Labour’s Mission Delivery

Our Missions Index measures local performance on Labour Government's key goals, highlighting regional disparities and investment needs.

Cordelia Canning

| 20 Oct 2024

Article Health and social care key priorities for the first 100 days of the new Government

Transformation of the NHS will take time and radical thinking. We explore this and immediate issues facing health care

Peter Saunders

| 8 min read | 08 Jul 2024

Hub Spring 2024 sector round up

Stay informed on M&A activity in Spring 2024, including key deals and trends across the market, with our quarterly round-up.

17 Jun 2024

Report Healthcare M&A review: Spring 2024

The healthcare market is still an attractive prospect for investors. Stay informed on the key deals in our M&A review.

Peter Jennings

| 30 May 2024

Article How can the NHS improve operational and financial sustainability?

Joint forward plans are crucial for the NHS's capacity for long-term healthcare delivery and financial stability.

Peter Saunders

| 3 min read | 16 May 2024

Podcast Private equity in healthcare

Our Healthcare and PE experts discuss why Healthcare is an attractive sector for private equity investment, the surge of tech-enablement, value creation strategies and future trends to watch out for in 2024.