March 2026
Treatment, technology and workforce:
will the government’s National Cancer Plan work?
‘Don’t be afraid to try something different’ – Grace Bird on the value of changing course in radiography
‘Don’t be afraid to try something different’ – Grace Bird on the value of changing course in radiography
News, views and people
News
News briefing
Join SoR advisory groups, fracture liaison delays, Annual Radiotherapy Conference and more
Analysis
Will the government’s National Cancer Plan work?
The long-awaited release of the proposals could be good news for radiographers – if they come with the right supportSy
People news
Latest news from SoR members
Therapeutic Radiographer to trek Great Wall of China, council nominations open, meet SoR union reps and more
Professional
Professional advocacy in an acute trust’s X-ray department
Radiographer Adam Prout’s launch of a professional advocacy programme at his trust has helped him support education and quality improvement for staff
My experience at BMUS 2025
Newly qualified radiographer Chloe Drake shares her reflections on her first ultrasound conference
Three key steps to alleviating workplace stress
Synergy speaks to Sean Duignan to find out how teams can tackle the widespread issue of stress
Preview: National Conference for Radiology Leaders 2026
Taking place in London in May, Synergy asks what radiographers should watch out for at this year’s event
Promoting healthy lifestyles with the SoR’s public health group
The Public Health Radiography SIG unites imaging and oncology professionals with shared goals in public health
Reflections from EUSOBI
Joleen Kirsty Eden recaps her inspiring experience speaking at last year’s prestigious international breast imaging conference
Helping people with health issues get back into work
Radiographer Malany Kalicharan found her calling by getting involved with the WorkWell initiative
Careers and learning
Calendar
Education, events and new networks
Your guide to all the latest learning and networking opportunities for UK radiographers, from the SoR
Contacts
The SoR team is ready to help members
We provide the full list of SoR contacts ready to offer all the support you need from the society
Synergy March 2026
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