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Written question asked by Catherine Fookes (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 February 2026. It was answered by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 March 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Paramedical Staff: Recruitment

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to help ensure newly qualified paramedics can access appropriate NHS job opportunities.

Answer

Decisions on the employment of newly qualified paramedics are a matter for individual National Health Service trusts which manage their recruitment at a local level, ensuring they have the right number of staff in place, with the right skill mix, to deliver safe and effective care.

As set out in the 10-Year Health Plan, we are working closely with NHS England, employers, and educators to improve transition into the workforce.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
115688
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Recruitment Paramedical staff
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk