The NHS East of England's targeted support programme, funded by Workforce Projects Team, has helped many trusts across the country to prepare for EWTD 2009 implementation. View the full report here >>>
As the clock ticks down on the European Working Time Directive, Skills for Health - Workforce Projects Team, together with NHS North West and NHS East of England have compiled this practical guide to European Working Time Directive 2009 solutions. This guide provides links and examples for NHS organisations to overcome the 10 main barriers to successful EWTD implementation. Download this resource >>>
The Medical Training Initiative (MTI) allows overseas doctors to undertake up to two years of training and experience in the UK and is already assisting NHS Employers with recruitment and exchange programmes with overseas health services and organisations. Download the full MTI guide here >>>
Skills for Health – Workforce Projects Team launched the newly developed Medical Training Initiative (MTI) Guide at the NHS Employers Conference and Exhibition at the ICC Birmingham today.
Click here to read full press release >>>
EWTD summary bulletin
The change to working hours for junior doctors. Derogation. Opt-out. EWTD 2009 Readiness. Implications of non-compliance. Support and Guidance.
Skills for Health - Workforce Projects Team is pleased to outline and clarify a number of key points that should be considered whilst working towards the Directive. Read more >>>
Calling Time 17
The latest issue of Calling Time - the Working Time Directive publication - is now live.
WTD Pilot Projects
Information on our pilots for Teamworking, handover and escalation, co-operative solutions and 24/7.
WTD Case Studies
Topics include new roles, IT solutions and mental health, to help you develop new ways of working and to introduce new ideas to help you achieve compliance with WTD 2009.
Projects and Resources
The projects and resources page includes information on Hospital at Night, Maternity and Paediatrics, along with all previous resources.
Hospital at Night
Hospital at Night aims to redefine how medical cover is provided in hospitals during the out-of-hours period.
WTD News and events
Browse news articles, forthcoming events, and event resources from EWTD.
Working Time Directive 2009
