HSSD issues major spending warning
HEALTH and Social Services has warned it needs millions more in funding this year.
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Its minister Paul Luxon outlined stark spending pressures in the States this morning.
Meeting the needs of the NMC Extraordinary review of midwifery services will cost at least £2m., with £1.71m. of this not covered by its current budget.
A review of recruitment and retention at the PEH has made 18 recommendations, including the need for up to 71 more nurses at a cost of £3.1m. and better incentives at £500,000.
Another £300,000 is needed to address immediate safety concerns in children's social care.
HSSD also has outlined a list of £6m. in potential capital spending on things like laundry and medical equipment.
