Target 18-24 year olds as NHS volunteers to tackle waiting lists, charity says

A YouGov poll found a third of 18 to 24-year-olds would consider giving up their time to volunteer in the NHS (PA) - (PA Wire)

A high-profile volunteer recruitment drive targeting young adults could help tackle NHS waiting lists, according to a charity.

Helpforce said volunteers can have a “transformative impact on hospital efficiency” as it urged the Government to invest in the biggest hiring campaign since the pandemic.