
Patrick Milnes
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Patrick Milnes
@BCC_Patrick
Head of Policy - People and Work at British Chambers of Commerce Views my own


Poor NHS productivity isn’t just bad for patients, it’s bad for the British economy. Ahead of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement today, I’m setting out some of the steps we’re taking with Rachel to deliver better for patients, staff and taxpayers 👇🏻 thetimes.com/uk/politics/ar…





NEWS: Funding to kickstart delivery of two million extra NHS appointments. The Chancellor has confirmed new funding to help deliver an extra 40,000 elective appointments per week. Reducing waiting lists and building an NHS fit for the future.






Today we launch our people-first ‘Voice of the Worker’ campaign which champions the UK’s world-leading temporary workforce, showcasing why #TempWorkWorks for 1 million people in the UK every day. REC Chief Executive Neil Carberry said: "Flexibility at work is something to feel optimistic about. It is working for millions of people. Individual choice and employers’ need for a versatile workforce can be brought together to deliver better careers and higher productivity. As our new survey and video case studies show, flexibility is a vital bridge to work for people who need to balance caring responsibilities, work despite health issues, combine work and study, and upskill." Read the full press release here: bit.ly/3Tbbn9C






Every day in the UK around 1 million temporary workers support the economy. They are remarkable people, doing remarkable things. Meet Ikenna, Clare and Jan, just 3 of these remarkable people and find out why #TempWorkWorks Watch their stories: bit.ly/4e8CAC8


On today’s King’s Speech, @RECNeil said: “We have to be clear – businesses are worried that the government will rush reforms to the labour market and do more harm to workers than good. Changes that restrict choice and opportunity for workers must be avoided as they will undermine both the fight against inactivity and the quest for growth. " rec.uk.com/our-view/news/…





