The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is hosting six local meetings across Northern Ireland this month, in order to reach and engage with as many support workers as possible.

The CSP has welcomed the recent announcement by the Minister of Health, Robin Swann MLA, of a further increase in the number of physiotherapy undergraduate training places at the University of Ulster. 

The barriers to accessing high quality education and career development for our Associate members in Northern Ireland are particularly challenging and we want to understand more. 

An additional non-consolidated award for healthcare staff in Northern Ireland has been announced by the health minister, following trade union pressure.

CSP updated information on PPE, including guidance, resources and FAQs is linked here.

The CSP held a webinar on Thursday 11th Nov 1-2 pm for Independent Practitioners, with speakers including representatives from James Hallam and some of the CSP’s Professional Advisors.   A recording of the webinar is now available to view.

The Department of Health has issued updated information re: Covid 19 booster vaccinations.    

Emma Jackson is working with the SWRG to progress the support worker agenda in her region – Northern Ireland – and we hope that will include representation on the CSP NI Board.

It has been confirmed that COVID 19 booster vaccinations for private practitioners and staff will be provided by community pharmacies in Northern Ireland. To obtain your booster jab, you will need to bring a letter of eligibility and photo ID to a participating community pharmacy. 

On Tuesday 21st September the CSP Northern Ireland Board hosted a virtual event ‘Resolve and Evolve’ which focused on how physiotherapy services adapted, changed and evolved as a result of the pandemic, with real benefits for service users; demonstrating great leadership and resilience.