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CSP position statements, briefings and consultation responses

CSP position statements, consultation responses, briefings and guidance across a wide range of policy and professional areas.

  • CSP evidence to Lord Darzi review

    The review will examine solutions for protecting and strengthening services in the face of current pressures as the NHS approaches its 70th year.

    Summary of CSP recommendations:Ongoing commitment to the principles of the NHS, that it is tax-funded and free at the point of use – move the discussion on

  • CSP consultation response to: Promoting professionalism, reforming regulation

  • Evidence from the CSP to the Health Select Committee’s Sustainability and Transformation Plans Inquiry

    Summary of CSP evidenceSTPs have the potential to deliver game changing improvements through expansion of the General Practice team to include physiotherapy and investment in community based rehabilitation services. This needs to be reflected in delivery plans.To engage the public there needs to be

  • CSP response to the Department of Health regulation of medical associate professions in the UK

  • CSP evidence to the Education Select Committee, Apprenticeships Inquiry

    The CSP supports the principle for the development of apprenticeships relating to the physiotherapy workforce as a way of increasing workforce supply to meet demand. This is providing that the quality of the learning experience and outcomes - and therefore the quality of service delivery and patient

  • CSP evidence to the Health Select Committee Nursing Workforce inquiry

  • CSP evidence to the Treasury Committee inquiry into changes to student loans

    Summary of pointsWorkforce expansion is required to make savings in health and care spending – this includes a growing need for physiotherapists with advanced practice skills (achieved through Master’s level education).The Departments of Health and Education urgently need to agree and clarify how

  • CSP guidance on the use of terms in the context of physiotherapy pre-registration education

  • CSP position statement on the expectations of pre-registration professional/taught doctorate degrees

  • CSP position statement on the expectations of pre-registration integrated Master's degrees