Delivering Core NHS and Care Services during the Pandemic and Beyond
Health and Social Care Committee
Closed
Inquiry
The Committee held its last oral evidence session in connection with this inquiry on Tuesday 30 June 2020.
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Recommendations
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Letters
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Oral evidence sessions 4 sessions
30 Jun 2020
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Amanda Pritchard · NHS England
Chris Hopson · NHS England
Professor Andrew Goddard · Royal College of Physicians
Professor Stephen Powis · NHS England
Sir Simon Stevens · NHS England and NHS Improvement
16 Jun 2020
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Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond
Charlotte Augst · National Voices
Daloni Carlisle, cancer treatment patient
Dr Katherine Henderson · Royal College of Emergency Medicine
Dr Layla McCay · NHS Confederation
Mick Armstrong · British Dental Association
Professor Derek Alderson · Royal College of Surgeons
Rob Martinez, joint replacement patient
Sir Robert Francis · HealthWatch England
14 May 2020
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Oral evidence
Chris Hopson · NHS England
Jennifer Dixon · Health Foundation
Nigel Edwards · The Nuffield Trust
Richard Murray · The King's Fund
1 May 2020
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Claire Murdoch · NHS England
Dame Cally Palmer · NHS England
Gill Walton · Royal College of Midwives
Professor Martin Marshall · Royal College of General Practitioners
Reports 1 report · click to expand
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| Second Report - Delivering core NHS and care services during the… | HC 320 | 1 Oct 2020 | 31 | Responded |
Recommendations & Conclusions
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We further conclude that the delivery of dental services in England has been significantly hindered...
We further conclude that the delivery of dental services in England has been significantly hindered by the pandemic. This has been largely due to the need to protect both patients and staff from COVID-19 which has, in turn, presented financial …
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Government Response
The government acknowledges the pandemic's impact on dental services and is working to increase service levels, noting updated guidance allows reduced room resting time. They are also exploring future use of Point of Care testing to increase patient throughput, but this is in early stages.
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Recommendation
Acknowledged
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We request an update from the Department of Health & Social Care by the end...
We request an update from the Department of Health & Social Care by the end of November 2020 on what steps are being taken to ensure that there is a consistent and reliable supply of appropriately fitting PPE to all …
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Government Response
The government is confident in a consistent PPE supply for winter, citing 32 billion items on order and a 4-month strategic stockpile. They are committed to addressing fitting difficulties by understanding user needs and incorporating feedback, especially for face masks.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We are grateful to Professor Chris Whitty (Chief Medical Officer) and his expert colleagues for...
We are grateful to Professor Chris Whitty (Chief Medical Officer) and his expert colleagues for their continued and constructive engagement with our work. We also recognise that the Government, following the advice of the Chief Medical Officer and others, has …
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Government Response
The government acknowledges the committee's gratitude to Professor Whitty and reiterates its intention to use the SIREN study to inform the frequency and circumstances of NHS staff coronavirus testing.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We note that Professor Chris Whitty has said that the testing of asymptomatic staff may...
We note that Professor Chris Whitty has said that the testing of asymptomatic staff may be necessary in the future and that if there is a “surge in winter” of coronavirus cases then he would be likely to advise that …
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Government Response
The government recognizes the Committee's concerns regarding routine asymptomatic testing of NHS staff and acknowledges its importance as a protective measure for staff, patients, and visitors from COVID-19 infection.
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Recommendation
Acknowledged
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We conclude that the case for routine testing of all NHS staff in all parts...
We conclude that the case for routine testing of all NHS staff in all parts of the country (including clinical staff as well as cleaners, porters and so forth) is compelling and should be introduced as quickly as capacity allows …
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Government Response
The government recognises the committee's concerns and acknowledges that routine asymptomatic testing is an important component of protecting NHS staff and patients, but does not commit to introducing it rapidly or expanding capacity as recommended.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We are grateful for NHSE/I’s continued support of NHS staff and welcome the further measures...
We are grateful for NHSE/I’s continued support of NHS staff and welcome the further measures set out in the People Plan (July 2020) for the 2020–21 period. In particular, we welcome the important and ambitious measures set out in the …
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Government Response
The government acknowledges the need to mitigate the psychological impact of pressures on staff and to increase workforce supply and improve retention, promising to provide further details on these efforts in another section of the letter.
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Recommendation
Acknowledged
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We recommend that NHSE/I set out in detail what further specific steps it would like...
We recommend that NHSE/I set out in detail what further specific steps it would like to take over the coming years to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all staff and a plan to deal with the specific issue …
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Government Response
The government acknowledges the importance of mitigating psychological pressures and continuing to increase workforce supply and retention, stating that measures have been outlined and promising further details in another section of the letter, but does not commit to setting out a specific plan to the committee by the requested deadline.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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The NHS is founded on the principle of equality and is one of the most...
The NHS is founded on the principle of equality and is one of the most diverse and inclusive organisations in the UK. It hugely benefits from the diversity of its staff as in turn so does the nation. In recent …
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Government Response
The government acknowledges the committee's comments by outlining its approach to eradicating racism and discrimination, which aligns with legal definitions from the Equalities Act 2010 and Race Relations Act 1976, stating that its work in this area is multi-faceted.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We have also heard that some BAME NHS staff face discrimination and racism in the...
We have also heard that some BAME NHS staff face discrimination and racism in the NHS and that, across the NHS, the levels of diversity must be improved. We accept Sir Simon Stevens’ comments that “there are systemic features to …
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Government Response
The government aligns its definition of racism and discrimination with the Race Relations Act 1976 and Equalities Act 2010, confirming their approach to addressing the issues of discrimination faced by BAME NHS staff.
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Recommendation
Acknowledged
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We welcome the news that the Government and NHSE/I are piloting a ‘111 dial first’...
We welcome the news that the Government and NHSE/I are piloting a ‘111 dial first’ scheme to support the triaging of patients before they attend A&E departments. The introduction of an expectation that a patient will call first before walking …
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Government Response
The government welcomes support for the ‘111 dial first’ scheme and states that pilots are being monitored and evaluated to inform wider rollout, but does not provide the requested update or specific plans for A&E departments.
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
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We welcome the support of the Secretary of State and the Chief Executive of NHSE/I...
We welcome the support of the Secretary of State and the Chief Executive of NHSE/I for technological innovation in the NHS. The use of technology and digital alternatives (“telemedicine”), although it has had a mixed response from some patients and …
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Government Response
The government welcomes the committee's support for technological innovation and is committed to supporting wider technology deployment, but does not address the call for a comprehensive assessment of digital exclusion risks or methods to bring forward successful innovations.
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Conclusion
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We commend the efforts of the Government, NHSE/I and the independent sector for stepping up...
We commend the efforts of the Government, NHSE/I and the independent sector for stepping up and securing independent sector capacity (i.e. beds, staff and facilities) which has been crucial to supporting the NHS during the pandemic. It is clear that …
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Government Response
The government agrees that independent sector capacity will be needed and states it has secured this capacity through agreements to ensure the NHS can meet patient demand.
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Government Response AI assessment · 31 of 15 classified
Accepted
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Acknowledged
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Deferred
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Correspondence 16 letters
16 Dec 2020
To committee
Letter from the NHS Chief Executive on core NHS services during the Covid pandemic
Parliament page
15 Dec 2020
To committee
Letter from the NHS Chief People Officer on recommendations in the Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond report
Parliament page
30 Nov 2020
From committee
Letter to the Secretary of State, Chief Executive of NHS England and Improvment and the NHS Chief People Officer on Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond
Parliament page
24 Nov 2020
To committee
Letter from Prerana Issar on staff burnout and resilience
Parliament page
24 Nov 2020
To committee
Response from Prerana Issar to the Committee's Report on Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond
Parliament page
24 Nov 2020
To committee
Letter from the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and the NHS Chief Executive on the Committee's report into Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyond
Parliament page
12 Nov 2020
From committee
Letter to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and the Chief Executive of NHS England and NHS Improvment on the recommendations to the Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic and beyound report
Parliament page
10 Nov 2020
To committee
Further letter from Prof Stephen Prowis on Covid-19 testing of NHS staff
Parliament page
5 Nov 2020
Correspondence with Prof Chris Whitty and Prof Stephen Prowis on Covid-19 testing of NHS staff
Parliament page
8 Sep 2020
Correspondence with Sir Simon Stevens on NHS third stage response to Covid-19
Parliament page
2 Sep 2020
NHS England and NHS Improvement follow up response to 30 June evidence session
Parliament page
2 Sep 2020
To committee
Letter from the Secretary of State on the Delivering core NHS and care services during the pandemic inquiry
Parliament page
23 Jul 2020
To committee
Letter from Chair to Matt Hancock and Sir Simon Stevens on Delivering core NHS services during the pandemic
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3 Jun 2020
From committee
Letter to Tim Farron from Dame Cally Palmer on radiotherapy
Parliament page
5 May 2020
Correspondence with the National Cancer Director on proton beam therapy
Parliament page
5 May 2020
Correspondence with the Chief Dental Officer on guidance for dental practitioners
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