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Employment guidance for NHS staff

Governments across the UK have been developing country specific guidance on pay, terms and conditions for staff covered by NHS terms and conditions of service. Links to this guidance can be found below.

RCN members who are not covered by NHS national terms and conditions of service, are advised to refer to their local policies and their contract of employment.  

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in England has prepared  to assist workforce leaders to support and protect staff.

Guidance on health, safety and well-being is also available, including information on  and .

The DHSC has also published a list of .
 
The Social Partnership Forum in England has published a . It outlines partnership principles and a general approach towards workforce issues, including standing down non-urgent work.

For country specific employment advice for NHS Staff, prepared by UK Governments and employers

  • The Scottish Government has published guidance for NHS Scotland staff. .
  • The HSC in Northern Ireland has published information for staff working in Health and Social Care (HSC) services.
  • The Welsh Government has developed Covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions for Managers and Staff. Access the Welsh government advice in the .