Government announces scheme to “fast track” clinicians into senior manager roles in response to Francis report

Abstract

Plans to develop a leadership programme to recruit clinicians into senior management roles have been announced by the government as part of its response to the Francis inquiry.1 Overall the government accepted 281 of the 290 recommendations made by Robert Francis QC in his inquiry into failings at Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust,2 including nearly all the recommendations on medical training. The government’s response, which called for greater openness, accountability, and a stronger focus on patient safety, also included plans …