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In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa which has brought devastation across Jamaica, the NHS Race and Health Observatory extends its heartfelt condolences and unwavering support to all those affected.

Responding to the government’s new measures outlined to tackle antisemitism and racism across government and the NHS, Professor Habib Naqvi, chief executive of the NHS Race and Health Observatory, said:

Professor Habib Naqvi, RHO chief executive speaks alongside Sir Julian Hartley, chief executive of the CQC and Charlie Massey, chief executive of the GMC on the Voices of Care podcast.

A series of national and regional roadshows launch in Manchester this week to address the ethnicity pay and progression gap impacting the NHS workforce.

Responding to publication of the full Terms of Reference for the maternal investigation into 14 NHS Trusts, Professor Habib Naqvi, chief executive officer, NHS Race and Health Observatory, said:

Open statement from the NHS Race and Health Observatory on addressing racism across healthcare.

An independent review into ethnicity pay gaps in the NHS in England has been announced today by the NHS Race and Health Observatory.

A series of regional roadshows, taking place across the country between 18 September and 27 November 2025, will bring the healthcare system and allies together to address equity in pay and progression for NHS staff from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds.

On 6 August, we will be launching a tender to commission the creation of a new, open-access resource enabling community participation and co-production with Black, Asian, and minoritised ethnic patients, communities, and staff.