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Consultation on proposals to regulate NHS managers

26 November 2024

Proposing MP
Wes Streeting Lab
Ilford North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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TAGS
Employment NHS

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses a government initiative to regulate NHS managers through a 12-week consultation.

Action Requested

The Department of Health and Social Care is launching a 12-week consultation on options for regulating NHS managers, seeking views from various stakeholders including health organisations, regulators, professional bodies, the public, patients, and staff. This follows recommendations from previous inquiries and forms part of broader leadership development work.

Key Facts

  • The government's manifesto commitment to introduce professional standards for NHS managers.
  • The consultation is part of a programme of work including establishing a College of Executive and Clinical Leadership.
  • A separate report on the findings of the department’s call for evidence on the statutory duty of candour has been published.
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