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Natalie Beswetherick OBE
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Research Champion NIHR South West Central RDN, Fellow of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
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happy first birthday to Bluesky, and what a year it's been!

with every day, the need for an open network that puts people first becomes increasingly clear. we're glad to be building this with you. after all, the heart of a social network is the people.
February 6, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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To find out more about how you can continue to help your older workers develop their careers, read more in our story and find out more about the Age-friendly Employer Pledge.

Read here: ageing-better.org.uk/case-study-a...

#OlderApprentices #Apprentice #OlderWorkers #OlderEmployees
Case Study: Age-friendliness in the Blood
Sharon Betts, Director of Corporate Services at the Isle of Wight Council, talks to us about just some of the initiatives and good practice at the Council, that supports their commitment to being an A...
ageing-better.org.uk
February 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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This #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, we're sharing the story of Age-friendly Employer Pledge member Isle of Wight Council, where almost 1 in 5 apprenticeships are aged 50+.
Case Study: Age-friendliness in the Blood
Sharon Betts, Director of Corporate Services at the Isle of Wight Council, talks to us about just some of the initiatives and good practice at the Council, that supports their commitment to being an A...
ageing-better.org.uk
February 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Feb Frontline @thecsp.bsky.social brilliant article “Leading the change”
le.ac.uk/perform NIHR funded study led by Prof Sally Singh A must read @abihend.bsky.social
The PERFORM trial | University of Leicester
le.ac.uk
February 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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National Apprenticeships Week

@thecsp.bsky.social education team work with HEIs to support physio apprenticeships enabling more people to join the profession.

What’s it like for an apprentice?
Hollie Andersen shares her experience of making a difference

www.csp.org.uk/frontline/ar...
#NAW2025
Apprenticeships: making a difference while learning
www.csp.org.uk
February 10, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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‘The physiotherapy degree apprenticeship is more than just an alternative, it’s a structured, workforce-focused solution.'

Steve Nawoor explores how Coventry University structure education in their degree apprenticeship course.
#PhysioApprenticeship #NAW2025
Integrating education and employment: structuring learning in physiotherapy apprenticeships
The physiotherapy degree apprenticeship is more than just an alternative route of learning, it’s a workforce-driven model designed to develop local clinicians while they continue working in healthcare...
www.csp.org.uk
February 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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Unlock the potential of your workforce.

Physiotherapy apprenticeships are transforming workforce development and delivering a skilled workforce fit for the future.

#PhysioApprenticeships #NAW2025

Learn more: www.csp.org.uk/physiotherap...
February 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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'Increasing NHS rehab posts in areas where there is greatest need is a sensible way to speed up access to NHS services for people on waiting lists.' - @robyeldham.bsky.social

We welcomed the inclusion of rehab in the government's plans to reduce sickness absence.

www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-11...
Government sickness absence plans ‘promising’, CSP says
The CSP has welcomed the inclusion of rehabilitation at the heart of the UK government’s plans to reduce sickness absence.
www.csp.org.uk
November 29, 2024 at 11:34 AM
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Let’s talk about how we are going to get out of the A&E black hole! www.csp.org.uk/news/2024-11...
A&E data demonstrates need for right to rehab
A new report into the unmet need driving accident and emergency attendance shows the shift from hospital to the community ‘must happen everywhere’, the CSP says.
www.csp.org.uk
November 26, 2024 at 9:12 PM
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The NHS wants to move from sickness to prevention, but a CSP report finds poor targeting of public health campaigns can widen health inequalities.

#RightToRehab
Rehabilitation, recovery and reducing health inequity: easing the pain (2nd edition)
We have updated the report with a new set of recommendations across the UK and new case studies from each country. This is to strengthen our influencing when calling for universal access to high-quali...
www.csp.org.uk
November 27, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Such an honour to receive this prestigious award @thecsp.bsky.social
Natalie Beswetherick OBE has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Science at our 2024 Graduation! 🩺

With 40+ years in physiotherapy, Natalie led innovations like ‘Physio Direct’ while supporting UoG’s future physiotherapists on their journey.

Congrats, Natalie! 🌟
November 21, 2024 at 6:35 PM
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Natalie Beswetherick OBE has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Science at our 2024 Graduation! 🩺

With 40+ years in physiotherapy, Natalie led innovations like ‘Physio Direct’ while supporting UoG’s future physiotherapists on their journey.

Congrats, Natalie! 🌟
November 21, 2024 at 3:41 PM
Many thanks @uniofglos.bsky.social for awarding me a Honorary Doctorate of Science I was honoured to receive this prestigious award
November 21, 2024 at 6:12 PM