University groups call for cross-government health education taskforce
…effort is needed to secure the long-term clinical-skills pipeline.’ While commending the ‘significant progress’ made by the government so far, the leaders argue ‘there is considerably more to do to realise the ambitious long-term goals of the plan, and to secure the workforce required to meet the healthcare needs of a growing, ageing population.’ – with universities’ teaching and research capabilities playing a vital role. The letter was co-writt…