Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 109255

NHS: Staff

Tabled: 28 January 2026

Answered: 5 February 2026

Question

Nadia Whittome

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of long working hours and workforce burnout on staff wellbeing, retention and safe staffing levels within the NHS.

Answer

Karin Smyth

We know from engagement on the 10-Year Health Plan that many National Health Service staff feel disempowered and overwhelmed. Tackling this and providing proper support for staff is a top priority. NHS organisations have a responsibility to create support...

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