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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Archie Mitchell

NHS bosses told to reduce wait times or face pay cuts

  • NHS bosses face pay cuts of up to £15,000 for failing to meet waiting time reduction targets, while high-performing bosses could receive bonuses of up to 10 per cent.
  • Those who relocate to struggling areas could receive bonuses up to £45,000.
  • Health Secretary Wes Streeting believes these "carrot and stick" reforms will improve NHS productivity and patient care.
  • The Royal College of Nursing criticised the potential for bonuses exceeding nurses' annual salaries, while NHS Providers expressed concern about potential unintended consequences of withholding pay rises.
  • NHS England chief executive supports linking pay to performance, citing its prevalence in other sectors.

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