Written question WQ91476
- Asked by
- Andrew RT DaviesConservative
- To be answered by
- Minister for Health and Social Services
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 12 days
Question
How much did each health board in Wales spend on agency staff to fill vacant shifts in 2023?
Answer
Answered by Minister for Health and Social Services
Total agency staff spend is shown below, reported from each Health Board in 2023. Reasons to fill vacant shifts included vacant posts, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, special leave (paid), special leave (unpaid), study leave/examinations, annual leave, sickness, restricted duties, jury service and exclusion (suspension).
Total Spend 2023
£'000
Aneurin Bevan UHB
35,019
Betsi Cadwaladr UHB
65,880
Cardiff & Vale UHB
16,285
Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB
47,593
Hywel Dda UHB
33,835
Powys THB
10,898
Swansea Bay UHB
30,308
Total
239,818
(Source: NHS Wales Finance Returns)