Responding to the publication today (Tuesday) of the Health and Social Care Committee’s report on workforce burnout and resilience, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said:
“NHS and social care staff are at breaking point. The pandemic’s taken a serious toll on their mental health, and there’s no let-up in sight.
“High vacancy rates mean many are struggling with excessive workloads. Yet the government’s failed to address this staffing crisis.
“The Prime Minister must act now to award a pay rise that allows the NHS to attract new people and stops the exodus of existing staff. A complete overhaul of wages is also vital in social care. This must include the introduction of proper sick pay.”
Notes to editors:
– UNISON is the UK’s largest union with more than 1.3 million members providing public services in education, local government, the NHS, police service and energy. They are employed in the public, voluntary and private sectors.
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