Workforce Trends and Workload in the NHS

We saw this interesting to look at the workforce trends & workload in different sectors of the NHS and thought we would share it with you.

TLDR – General Practice is doing 20% more with less workforce

https://ifs.org.uk/sites/default/files/2022-12/NHS-funding-resources-and-treatment-volumes-Institute-for-Fiscal-Studies.pdf

Despite the feeling, there are fewer appointments available than there used to be before the pandemic, there are actually more appointments available. However, demand for appointments has risen, maybe partially because patients stayed away during the pandemic and they are now seeking the medical help and support they need.