Barnet
Barnet Council is addressing significant risks in adult social care services, including workforce shortages and long waiting lists, as discussed in November 2026.
Adult social care services in Barnet are facing significant risks due to workforce shortages and lengthy waiting lists, according to a performance report reviewed by the Adults and Health Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee in November 2026. Barnet council is actively recruiting to essential vacant posts and temporarily filling them with agency staff to address these challenges.
The council is also collaborating with HR on recruitment campaigns and exploring creative strategies to attract staff. The report highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining adequate workforce capacity, the sustainability of care providers, and the impact of NHS restructuring on service delivery.
Key facts
- Adult social care services in Barnet are facing significant risks due to workforce shortages and lengthy waiting lists. Source
- The Adults and Health Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee was asked to review a performance report on adult social care in November 2026. Source
- Barnet council is actively recruiting to essential vacant posts and temporarily filling them with agency staff to address workforce shortages. Source
- The performance report highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining adequate workforce capacity and the sustainability of care providers. Source
- The impact of NHS restructuring on service delivery is also highlighted in the performance report. Source
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