NHS Western Isles in Scotland spends over £1.2m annually on locum consultants due to staffing shortages.
NHS Western Isles in Scotland spends over £1.2m annually on two locum consultants, an increase from the previous year by £100k. The health board struggles to fill positions with permanent doctors, leading to increased costs for temporary staff. The funding for locums exceeds the cost of permanent positions, and the Scottish Government is urged to address workforce planning in mental health services.
April 04, 2024
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