Clinical oncology UK workforce census 2017 report

The clinical oncology UK workforce census report provides a unique profile of the clinical oncology workforce in the UK. This years' figures highlight the ongoing workforce shortages putting consultants and department under intense pressure.
The key findings show that:

• Demand for cancer services continues to outstrip the workforce supply
• Increased pressure on services mean that time allocated to supporting professional activities is being eroded, potentially impacting on the quality of services
• Training numbers are insufficient to replenish the current shortages in the workforce
• Experienced oncologists are being lost from the workforce through retirements.

Thanks to the 100% completion rate, the clinical oncology UK workforce census is an invaluable document for workforce planning across the UK.