NHS: Conditions of Employment
Commons · Question 77667 · Tabled 16 Sep 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 13 Oct 2025
Question
Asked by Matt Vickers
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has undertaken modelling on the potential impact of (a) retention incentives, (b) flexible working policies and (c) bursaries for different staff groups on waiting lists.
Answer
Answered by Karin Smyth, 13 Oct 2025
The Department has not undertaken any such modelling. It is known that in the National Health Service, an engaged and supported workforce leads to better patient care. As set out in the 10-Year Health Plan, the Government is committed to making the NHS th...