Report shows government is 'shunting problems' onto community services, says CSP
A report outlining how government decisions to alleviate pressure on acute hospitals may be 'shunting problems onto community services' shows that warnings made by the CSP earlier this year are now being realised.
Changes to medical reporting requirements for whiplash claims
The CSP wants members' views to support its response to a government consultation seeking to make revisions to the medical reporting process for road traffic accident (whiplash) claims.
Physios in Northern Ireland to vote on strike action
The CSP has today opened a ballot for physiotherapy staff working for Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI) to vote on industrial action over pay.
Government must tackle root causes to prevent NHS winter crisis, says CSP
NHS England has vowed to provide an extra 5,000 beds this winter, in a pre-emptive bid to provide increased capacity and relieve pressure on services – but CSP warns that root causes, such as staff shortages, must be addressed.
To attract greater diversity within the union movement, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) is inviting affiliate unions to add observers to their delegation to Congress 2023.
Health minister meets with CSP over rehab workforce
The CSP, alongside partner organisations of the Community Rehabilitation Alliance met with health minister Will Quince this week to discuss the need to expand and maintain the rehabilitation workforce.
CSP delegates advocate for disabled young people at TUC Disabled Workers Conference
At the conference, held in Bournemouth and in person for the first time since 2019, CSP delegates raised issues around the continued failures brought upon disabled people, backed proper funding for reasonable adjustments and the need to ensure inclusivity for young disabled people entering the workforce.
