Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Volunteer as ONE is about giving your time to strengthen the profession.

Whether you have a little time or want a longer-term role, there are opportunities to suit you.

Explore how you can get involved 👉
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NHS pay award ‘makes absolutely no ground on restoration’ A pay award of 3.3 per cent per cent for NHS workers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland is unacceptable, the CSP says. 

NHS pay award ‘makes absolutely no ground on restoration’

A pay award of 3.3% for NHS workers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland is unacceptable.

The government announced the award for 2026/7, having accepted recommendations from the NHS PRB.

#CSP4FairPay

🌟 Don't miss this useful collection of rehabilitation resources from @thecsp.bsky.social

The resources detail evidence-based best practice, innovation and guidance to shape rehab and recovery services.

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Statement on divisive comments by Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United.

Statement on Comments by Jim Ratcliffe, Co-owner of Manchester United.

#manutd

CSP welcomes starting salary increase, but questions funding The Department of Health and Social Care announced today that pay for all band 5 Agenda for Change NHS staff would rise ahead of negotiations over other changes to the contract. 

CSP welcomes starting salary increase, but questions funding

The Department of Health and Social Care announced today that pay for all band 5 Agenda for Change NHS staff would rise ahead of negotiations over other changes to the contract.

Campaign as ONE is about standing together on issues that matter — like NHS staffing levels.

Understaffing is affecting patient care, workloads and wellbeing. This Frontline article explains what’s happening, actions happening nationally, and how members can campaign locally: https://bit.ly/4bGubb3

Campaign as ONE 📣

When physios campaign together, change is possible.
From national issues to workplace priorities, there are simple ways to support CSP campaigns and make your voice heard.

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Represent as One Make a difference in your workplace by becoming a CSP steward, safety rep or equality rep. Or jumpstart your physiotherapy career by becoming a student rep.

Represent as ONE at work can mean being a CSP steward, safety rep or equality rep.

Each role supports colleagues in different ways — from raising issues and improving safety to championing equity and inclusion.

Explore the roles 👉
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'It's a landmark moment.' - @sarahazzard.bsky.social responds to the launch of England's National Cancer Plan. For the first time, the plan formally embeds prehabilitation and rehabilitation.

Read more: www.csp.org.uk/news/2026-02...

New AHP parliamentary group launches with big calls for government action Recognise allied health professionals (AHPs) as a strategic priority in workforce planning with equivalent status to nursing and medical workforce expansion, MPs and professional bodies including the CSP have told the UK government. 

'AHPs are the backbone of our health and care system.' - thank you, Sonia Kumar MP.

New AHP parliamentary group launches with big calls for government action. ⬇️

'Investment in children’s physiotherapy is not optional. It is fundamental to the effective functioning of public services.'

Physios call out the lack of action on 'catastrophic’ waiting times as the BBC highlights that a quarter of children have been waiting more than 12 months for community care.

Represent as ONE is about using your voice to make change — at work or while you study.

From CSP workplace reps to student reps, there are supported ways to get involved and develop valuable skills.

Find out more 👉
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Network as ONE is about connection — locally, by role, by experience or interest.

CSP networks bring together students, new graduates, stewards and many others, including those focused on environmental physiotherapy.

Explore different ways to connect 👉
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A great example of Network as One 🌍

The new CSP Environmental Network connects members focused on sustainability in physiotherapy. Following its first AGM this week, the network is creating space to connect, collaborate and share knowledge.

https://bit.ly/4q2BBJe

#NetworkAsOne #OneCSP #CSPPhysio

Network as One is about connecting with peers and strengthening our professional community.

From local to specialist networks, there are many ways to get involved and share learning.

Explore the options 👉
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Providers ‘extending waiting times due to staffing cuts’ Eight in 10 NHS physiotherapists have reported they do not have enough staff to meet demand, up by 10 percentage points since 2024.

'We don’t want patients paying the price for this when there’s a solution ready to go.' Ash James

@HSJnews reports on our latest survey data: 8 in 10 of NHS physios do not have enough staff to meet demand and 65% said their service was subject to recruitment freezes.

Vital role of physiotherapy in supporting bone health is recognised The all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on osteoporosis and bone health inquiry report looks at the consequences of long-term osteoporosis care breaking down. 

'Physiotherapists are central to bone health, helping with prevention, diagnosis and long-term management through strength, balance and functional rehabilitation. This care should be standard for everyone, everywhere.’ Sara Hazzard CSP

Four ways to get involved. One CSP.
Campaign · Network · Represent · Volunteer

Choose your route and explore what’s possible:
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CSP welcomes expansion of the WorkWell scheme The CSP has welcomed the government’s announcement that the WorkWell scheme will be expanded and rolled out across England to support up to 250,000 more people with health conditions to stay in or return to work. 

'The expansion of the WorkWell scheme recognises what physiotherapists see every day - that timely, expert intervention helps people stay well, remain in work, and avoid long-term sickness absence.'

We welcome the expansion of the WorkWell scheme in England to help 250,000 more people stay in work

As physiotherapists, we know the incredible difference we make — and the change we want to see.

That’s why we’ve made it easier than ever to take part.

Explore One CSP: https://bit.ly/49o06eM

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The Power of Clinical Influence, with Karen Poole Podcast Episode · Leadership & culture in healthcare · S7 E4 · 41m

How can we transform care and shift from hospital to community services?

Learn from AHP consultant Karen Poole, who also demonstrates the value that AHPs can bring to leadership roles. ⬇️

Need inspiration for community rehabilitation research?

Check out this recent article from The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy @thecsp.bsky.social about reimagining rehab and how innovation is transforming recovery.

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Have you read the latest issue of Frontline?

It features One CSP, our new member initiative bringing together the different ways to get involved. You’ll also find a One CSP poster to share with colleagues in your workplace.

Read Frontline online: https://bit.ly/4qYfKUd

#OneCSP #CSPPhysio

When physios connect as peers, our community strengthens and our collective influence grows with it.

Want to understand how One CSP supports this?
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Introducing One CSP 💙 helping our members find simple, flexible ways to get involved with the CSP.
Volunteer. Network. Represent. Campaign.

Your involvement matters. Be part of it.
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Does your rehab team deserve national recognition this year?

Enter the #RightToRehab Innovation Award at the Advancing Healthcare Awards & give your colleagues – and your service – the national profile it deserves in 2026.

👉 Submit your entry here: https://ow.ly/G3ps50XR3z4

CSP responds to NHS data that shows rise in patients ‘stranded’ in beds The Health Foundation has analysed NHS England data comparing this year’s and last year’s delayed discharge figures, warning that they are worsening an already overcrowded winter crisis. 

'This analysis should be a warning that we cannot just keep doing the same things year after year.

'Part of the solution is improving access to community services.' - Rob Yeldham

Our response to The Health Foundation data, which found that delayed discharge figures are worsening.

#RightToRehab

CSP welcomes passing of 'transformative' new workplace rights The Employment Rights Bill, which introduces new rights for people in the workplace, cleared its final parliamentary hurdle following a vote in the House of Lords yesterday.

'These new rights will be transformative for our members in workplaces across the country and represent the first pro-worker, pro-union laws in a generation.'

The Employment Rights Bill, which introduces new rights for people in the workplace, cleared its final parliamentary hurdle.

Major breakthrough on safe staffing levels for AHPs CSP are urging members to contribute to a review that will shape new allied health professionals (AHP) safe staffing guidance in England- a key non-pay win secured after the 2023 CSP strike. 

‘Your action helped make this happen, now your evidence can help ensure the final guidance truly reflects the needs of physiotherapy and wider AHP services.’

NHS England has commissioned an evidence review that will help shape new AHP safe staffing guidance.