Matt Hancock also wants to increase the number of remote appointments to build on the 'positive changes' brought about by the pandemic. The proposals will form part of the NHS People's Plan which will set out how ministers intend to recruit and retain many more doctors, nurses and other frontline staff. Matt Hancock wants to increase the number of remote GP appointments and will announce that doctors should use Whatsapp to give patients test results and medical adviceOne of the key clauses will include more flexible working for staff including the ability to practise from home or not having to do rigid, full-time hours. Mr Hancock will also promise to slash some of the bureaucracy and form-filling which many staff feel diverts them away from frontline care. Mr Hancock said: 'Every single person working in the NHS has contributed to an unprecedented national effort to beat back this virus and save lives.

Source: Daily Mail July 29, 2020 23:28 UTC