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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Staff Standards Launch

06 July 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Karin Smyth Lab Bristol South

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At a glance

Key points

  • The NHS Staff Standards were published to prioritize staff experience within the NHS.
  • Mandatory staff standards will be implemented across various employment areas in the NHS.
  • Accountability measures and performance metrics will be used to track implementation.

Issue summary

The publication of the NHS Staff Standards, which aim to make staff experience an organisational priority within the NHS.

Action requested

The launch of mandatory staff standards for employment across various areas to improve staff experience, with accountability measures and performance metrics. This includes working in partnership with local organisations to implement these standards effectively.

Key facts

  • The Staff Standards aim to provide clarity and consistency ensuring all organisations work to the required level.
  • Implementation will be compulsory and measured against the NHS Oversight Framework.
  • Local partnership arrangements should apply the standards fitting local services and staff needs.
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