Rehabilitation, graduate recruitment and staff shortages: we take members’ concerns to the heart of government at the Labour conference
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Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) - the professional, educational and union body for 67,000 UK-chartered physiotherapists, students and support workers.
@thecsp.bsky.social@thecsp.bsky.socialFix NHS pay structure problems, CSP tells government
The CSP joined health unions in urging the health secretary to act swiftly on negotiations over much needed improvements to Agenda for Change.
@thecsp.bsky.socialWe've been at the Labour Party Conference this week to encourage MPs, local decision makers and journalists to Think Physio. Highlights of the conference included a visit from Health Secretary Yvette Cooper, our fringe event and launching our rehab film with MP Luke Akehurst.
@thecsp.bsky.social'I hope they know the impact they have on people. They gave me my life back.' Luke Akehurst MP shares his rehab story.
Ask your MP to stop by the CSP stand (J1) at the Labour Conference to watch Luke's story and learn more about how physio can transform lives.
Rehab Can't Wait.
@thecsp.bsky.socialWe’re at the Labour Conference to encourage everyone to Think Physio for:
✅ Stronger neighbourhoods
✅ Staying in work
✅ Better patient outcomes
✅ Cutting waiting lists
➡️ Tag your MP to invite them to our stand at J1 to learn more.
@thecsp.bsky.socialBuilding the Foundations of a Healthier Nation
📢 Tag your MP to invite them to join our event at the Labour conference ⬇️
📅 Monday 28 September 10.30am-11.30am
Meeting Room 12, Liverpool Experience Campus
@thecsp.bsky.socialRehab Can't Wait.
Patients need the right space, equipment and support to rebuild strength, mobility and independence.
However, NHS rehab services are increasingly facing cuts, including a loss of rehab space, with devastating consequences.
@thecsp.bsky.social'Lynsey’s story shows what rehabilitation can make possible, not just helping someone recover movement, but helping them reclaim their independence, their role as a parent and their life.'
Help us share why patients must have the #RightToRehab.
@thecsp.bsky.social'If you've lived through it you know rehab can't wait.'
When Tish lost her mobility, many lives depended on her recovery. With the help of physiotherapy, Tish could get back to caring for the hedgehogs that depend on her.
@thecsp.bsky.social'Today marks the start of Rehab Awareness Week and our message is simple: Rehab Can't Wait.'
Sara Hazzard CSP introduces this year's #RehabAwarenessWeek activities - help us spread the message that Rehab Can't Wait.
@thecsp.bsky.socialCSP joins with health unions to call for resumed talks on NHS pay structure
14 Agenda for Change health unions are calling on health secretary Yvette Cooper to conclude government talks to fix entrenched problems with NHS pay structure.
@thecsp.bsky.social'As ICBs slash senior AHP roles to save costs, the NHS risks losing the very leadership needed to deliver its shift toward community care and long-term prevention.' Around half of ICBs had a Chief AHP role. Now just a few remain. Ash James in the HSJ on why every ICB needs senior AHP leadership.
@thecsp.bsky.socialSummer spotlight: We're looking back at some of our key moments of 2026. In April, the first-ever Allied Health Professionals debate took place. MPs highlighted the value the physiotherapy workforce, along with the other allied health professions, bring to the health system over and over again.