NHS trusts log over 250,000 staff absences for mental health issues since 2021

NHS trusts log over 250,000 staff absences for mental health issues since 2021

By Liz Wells 16 December 2024

UK NHS trusts have seen thousands of staff take at least one day off work due to a mental health issue in the past three years, a new investigation reveals.

frederica-diamanta

Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development

£73,908 - £85,884

Swansea (Abertawe)£73,908 - £85,884

RECRUITER: Swansea Council

Corporate Director Children and Young People’s Service

£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

Northallerton, North Yorkshire£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

RECRUITER: North Yorkshire Council

Public Health Officer

NJC31 - £41,771

LincolnshireNJC31 - £41,771

RECRUITER: North East Lincolnshire Council

frederica-diamanta

Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development

£73,908 - £85,884

Swansea (Abertawe)£73,908 - £85,884

RECRUITER: Swansea Council

Corporate Director Children and Young People’s Service

£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

Northallerton, North Yorkshire£141,233 to £164,272 plus relocation support

RECRUITER: North Yorkshire Council

Public Health Officer

NJC31 - £41,771

LincolnshireNJC31 - £41,771

RECRUITER: North East Lincolnshire Council