Developers and operators are being urged to build more care homes across the country as a new report reveals a growing shortfall in bed numbers and issues with existing buildings.

Ewan Bramley Dental Care in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, has sold to two associates at the practice.

Thena Capital, a specialist venture capital firm backing early-stage UK-based medical technology start-ups, has announced a first close at £27 million, targeting a £50 million fund.