Dr Adrian Whittington is urging members of the National Psychological Professions Workforce Stakeholder Group to respond to the government's call for evidence to inform the development of the NHS 10 Year Workforce Plan. Submissions are due by 7 November 2025, ahead of the next stakeholder meeting. (Applies to England)
Instead of asking ‘how many staff do we need to maintain our current care model over the next 10 years?’, we are asking ‘given our reform plan, and our commitment to a sustainable NHS, what workforce do we need, what should they do, where should they be deployed and what skills do they need to deliver better care for patients and citizens?’
?? Key Points:
The call seeks specific examples and evidence related to workforce modelling.
Focus is on future workforce needs aligned with NHS reform and sustainability goals.
Contributions are welcomed from healthcare organisations, professional bodies, and individuals with lived experience.
Responses should address:
What workforce is needed
What roles they should perform
Where they should be deployed
What skills are required to improve care
?? Action Requested:
Submit evidence individually or on behalf of your organisation.
Share the call for evidence widely within your networks.
Use the guidance linked in Adrian’s email signature for example areas.