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Written question asked by Caroline Johnson (Conservative) on Thursday, 11 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Thursday, 18 June 2026. A substantive answer was provided by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Friday, 19 June 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


NHS: Staff

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, which organisations, bodies, trade unions and other stakeholders have been (a) provided with advance sight of and (b) briefed on the contents of the forthcoming Workforce Plan.

Answer

We have undertaken an extensive programme of engagement to support the development the 10 Year Workforce Plan. This has included meeting with trade unions, education partners, Royal Colleges, think tanks, charities and system partners. This engagement has included briefing on proposed elements of the plan, where appropriate.

Advanced sight of early versions of the plan has been provided on an individual basis to support its development.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
9165
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Staff NHS Trade unions
Link
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