The rising costs affecting households are also impacting on all health boards. These combined with extra costs linked to Covid-19 and a high use of overtime, bank and agency staff in the face of relentless demand, adds up to an incredibly difficult challenge ahead.
As tough decisions are being worked though as to how NHS Lanarkshire can best provide services while dealing with financial pressures, this can only be done successfully with the input and actions of colleagues right across NHS Lanarkshire.
There will soon be a programme of financial efficiencies communications and engagement setting out what this means and what you can do, but in the meantime, anything colleagues can do to reduce waste or find a cheaper option will help, even if it’s small. This could be things like:
- Turn off radiators when rooms are unoccupied
- Ensure radiators are free from obstructions
- Make sure lights are switched off in rooms that are not in use
- Switch PCs, monitors and non-essential equipment off when not in use rather than leaving them on standby
If you are experiencing money worries of your own, you can access support and advice from:
- The Money Advice Service is a UK-wide organisation which offers free practical help for millions of people who need impartial money advice, whatever their financial circumstances.
North Lanarkshire Council – Financial Inclusion Team
- If you are worried about debt or experiencing financial difficulties, our debt advisers can provide free, impartial and confidential advice.
South Lanarkshire Council – Money Matters
- The Money Matters Advice Service is a free and confidential service that helps South Lanarkshire residents claim benefits and deal with debt.
