The Latest Breaking News from Oonagh Smyth

Care leaders ‘blindsided’ by visa change which ‘could drive workers from sector’

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins previously claimed the social care sector was ‘broadly relaxed’ about a new ban on dependants.

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2023

Social care workforce departures show ‘leaky bucket which needs urgent repair’

The report comes in the same week as the Government launched a recruitment campaign for the third year in a bid to help build the ‘vital workforce’.

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023

Adult social care workforce growing but challenges remain, says report

Filled posts, which are roles with a person working in them, rose by around 1% while the vacancy rate decreased to 9.9%, Skills for Care said.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023