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Scottish government urged to address access to healthcare in remote areas
A general view of staff on a NHS hospital ward
THE Scottish government has been urged to address access to healthcare in rural communities.
MSPs on Holyrood’s health committee is calling on local NHS boards, councils, trade unions and ministers to work together to find a solution to a staff retention crisis.
In a report published today, they found the availability and affordability of housing as well as access to training were significant factors in keeping hold of staff in remote areas.
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