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  • Prime minister backs physio in primary care

    David Cameron’s backing of physiotherapists in GP surgeries at prime minister’s questions this week last week is further evidence of the cut-through the CSP is having on the issue, according to the CSP’s head of policy.

    News — 29 April 2016 - 11:18am
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  • Marathon effort from physiotherapy keeps key sporting event on the road

    One thousand runners pounding the streets of London received physiotherapy treatment for muscle cramp, muscle and tendon strain and joint pain.

    News — 28 April 2016 - 12:56pm
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  • ‘Major concessions’ earned by unions will protect workers, CSP says

    The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy has welcomed further concessions by the government on its controversial Trade Union Bill.

    Press release — 28 April 2016 - 11:28am
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  • Diploma opportunity opens for Betsi Cadwaladr support workers

    Nearly 30 physiotherapy support staff from Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board attended an event on 21 April to hear about opportunities to study for a diploma.

    News — 28 April 2016 - 9:44am
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  • GPs support physios as a first point of contact in surgeries

    The CSP’s proposals for physiotherapists to work in GP practices as a first point of contact for patients were strongly supported by delegates at a British Medical Association (BMA) conference in London.

    News — 26 April 2016 - 3:25pm
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  • Tweet your MP and defend your rights at work

    Tweet your MP – now. That’s the CSP’s message ahead of MPs taking their final vote on the trade union bill on 27 April.

    News — 26 April 2016 - 3:00pm
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  • CSP warns that 10% cut to physio student places in NI is the ‘wrong decision at the wrong time’

    Northern Ireland’s health department is to make a cut of nearly 10 per cent to the number of places it commissions for physiotherapy students.

    News — 26 April 2016 - 12:14pm
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  • Physios triumph at patient experience awards

    Physiotherapists were part of three teams which received recognition for their work to improve the experience of patients.

    News — 26 April 2016 - 9:53am
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  • Rheumatology physios win outstanding practice award

    A British Society of Rheumatology (BSR) award has gone to a multidisciplinary team which included physiotherapists.

    News — 25 April 2016 - 4:39pm
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  • Physio volunteers to play leading role in London Marathon’s medical services

    Physiotherapists will be key to the welfare of 37,000 athletes taking part in the 2016 London Marathon on Sunday.

    News — 22 April 2016 - 12:13pm
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