Data published today by NHS Digital shows in January 2023 there were almost 1.27 million full-time equivalent staff working in NHS trusts and commissioning bodies in England - over 48,700 more people compared to a year ago, an increase of 4%.
The latest data also shows there were over 5,100 more doctors and over 11,800 more nurses working in the NHS compared to January 2022.
Since 2010, there are now over 37,700 more doctors and over 52,400 more nurses working in the NHS. The government is also on track to deliver on its commitment for 50,000 more nurses by 2024, with over 41,000 more nurses compared to September 2019.
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