https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/bsw/Recent content in bsw on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 23 Apr 2026 12:46:23 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/concerns-raised-over-nhs-staff-transfer-to-private-company-in-bath-and-wiltshire/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:46:23 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/concerns-raised-over-nhs-staff-transfer-to-private-company-in-bath-and-wiltshire/Councillors in Bath and North East Somerset have voiced serious concerns about plans to transfer hundreds of NHS “bank” staff to the private company Pulse. Starting August 1, the Royal United Hospital (RUH) will move its flexible shift workers—who cover staff shortages and peak demands—from NHS employment to Pulse in an effort to reduce costs. However, local representatives warn this move may jeopardize patient care. Dine Romero, chair of Bath and North East Somerset Council’s health scrutiny committee, expressed apprehension: “We want to highlight concerns that this decision could affect the quality of services provided to residents in our area.