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Over £300 million worth of NHS prescription medicine is wasted every year, according to a 2021 study. This is a huge financial burden on the NHS, but there are also significant environmental impacts. Incorrect disposal can pollute the water system and damage ecosystems, whilst avoidable waste adds to the NHS’s carbon footprint.

A wide range of interesting topics will be covered via webinars and online briefings over the course of the week, which aim to raise awareness and increase knowledge about safeguarding children, safeguarding adults and domestic abuse, highlighting that Safeguarding is everyone’s business.