Scottish Government’s Orthopaedic Surgery Plan Sparks Concerns Over Staff Engagement and Feasibility A confidential draft plan by the Scottish Government, Transforming Elective Orthopaedic Care in Scotland 2026–2031, proposes a significant expansion of orthopaedic surgery capacity, including over 100 additional outpatient clinics and roughly 15 extra operating theatres per month. However, the plan, revealed by The Herald, has faced criticism for its lack of engagement with NHS staff and key stakeholders. The Scottish Committee for Orthopaedics and Trauma (SCOT) expressed disappointment at not being consulted, while Unison accused ministers of treating the workforce with contempt. Source: The Herald Key Proposals and (Read more…)
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