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EUHA Sponsorship Award 2026
The European Union of Hearing Aid Acousticians (EUHA) has opened the 2026 Sponsorship Award for outstanding theses with special relevance to hearing aid acoustics. The award aims to promote young talent in the hearing aid trade and is accepting entries of theses from the fields of audiology, hearing aid fitting and customer benefit until 15 August 2026.
An audio inclusivity project
Hackney has become the hub of a new initiative for audio inclusivity, with three of the London borough's leading music venues now boasting state-of-the-art, audio-inclusive acoustics. Audio inclusivity is a concept developed to ensure venues and experiences are accessible and welcoming for people of all hearing abilities, including those who are noise-sensitive.
BRS 2026 Fellowship Grants and Travel Prizes
The British Rhinological Society (BRS) have announced their 2026 Fellowship Grants and Video Prizes. These awards are in collaboration with ENT UK and support trainees and SAS doctors at every career stage, encourage innovation in education, and reflect the BRS commitment to investing in and shaping the future of rhinology.
From the editor Jan/Feb 2026
Declan Costello, MA, MBBS, FRCS(ORL-HNS),Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, Berkshire, UK. E: d.costello@nhs.netTW / X: @Voicedoctor_uk As the clock passes midnight and we welcome in 2026, we wish all our readers a Happy New Year,...
Hearing matters in New Year's Honours
Emeritus Professor David Kemp from the UCL Ear Institute, widely known for his discovery of otoacoustic emissions, has been made a CBE for services to auditory sciences and public health. Robert Nolan, chair of Deafblind UK, was awarded OBE for services to people living with deafblindness.
A ‘Quiet Night Out’ for Tinnitus Week 2026
Tinnitus UK has announced a unique evening of music, spoken word and comedy designed with safe listening at its core. Taking place at London’s iconic Union Chapel on Thursday 5 February, the event will raise awareness during Tinnitus Week 2026 and champion the importance of hearing health.
Don’t miss Widex Emirates at EROC 2026
Widex Emirates is proud to be exhibiting at the EROC Global Forum 2026, taking place from 15–17 January in Dubai, UAE. Visit the team at booth 32 to explore Widex’s multi-award-winning hearing technology and pick up the latest edition of...
First drop-in ENT digital nasendoscopy clinic – coming May 2026
The University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) NHS Trust will open its first ‘drop-in’ digital nasendoscopy clinic in May 2026 at the newly established Clinical Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. The service aims to provide rapid reassurance for patients and help detect head and neck cancers early.
The Hallpike Prize 2026
The Hallpike Prize is awarded annually by the British Association of Audiovestibular Physician (BAAP) for the best project of the past 24-month period (research, audit or review of subject) in the area of audiovestibular medicine.
Update on EU patient safety petition
The European Commission has now replied to the parliamentary question posed earlier this year, when Professors Adrian Agius of Malta and John Fenton of Ireland brought a petition on patient safety.
Taking on tinnitus: a new ambassador
Broadcaster and journalist, Kirsty Gallacher, has joined Tinnitus UK as an ambassador to help raise the profile of tinnitus and the vital work of the charity.
Top honour for audiologist
Laura Turton, Head of Audiology with NHS Tayside, has been recognised with a national award at Scotland’s Health Awards 2025.
