Hospital Staff Face Demotion in Cost-Saving Drive

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Trust is undergoing a significant cost-saving initiative that may lead to the demotion of over 140 staff members. The trust aims to save approximately £500,000 through this measure, which could see some managerial employees moved to lower pay grades, impacting their annual income by up to £3,600.

This proposal is part of a wider restructure designed to enhance accountability and streamline decision-making processes. The trust stated that the changes are intended to better align services with patient care delivery. While 144 roles are currently under review, the trust anticipates that only a small fraction will ultimately be affected, pending the outcome of ongoing consultations with affected colleagues.