Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Physio picket lines and interview opportunities

Wed, Nov 30, 2011 12:41 CET

Please find below a list of some of the pickets and rallies NHS physiotherapy staff will be joining as part of tomorrow’s strike. Stewards and senior officers will be available for interview so if you are planning to go to any of these areas please give the CSP press office a call and we’ll line someone up for you. Before then, also below are some quotes and key points for use in any coverage leading into the strike. Quotes: Alex MacKenzie, chair of the CSP’s Industrial Relations Committee, said: “Physiotherapy staff are committed healthcare professionals who would rather be

Physiotherapists vote to strike over pensions

Fri, Nov 18, 2011 12:23 CET

Massive 'yes' vote for first industrial action in 31 yearsNHS physiotherapy staff working in England, Scotland and Wales have overwhelmingly voted to take strike action over the Government’s proposals to reduce their pensions, the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has announced. With a combined turnout of 66 per cent, a huge 86 per cent backed industrial action over proposals that would force them to pay more and work up to the age of 68 for a pension that in many cases will be significantly lower. Many physiotherapy staff would be unable to work to 68 after a long career in

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Physio picket lines and interview opportunities

Physiotherapists vote to strike over pensions