Has the Welsh Government discussed with employers or trade unions the cost of moving health visitors up to band 7 as per the NHS Agenda for Change since 13 May 2026, and if so, on what dates?
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Answered by Cabinet Minister for Health and Care | Answered on 16/10/2026
The Welsh Government has not undertaken an estimate or modelling exercise on the cost of moving health visitors employed at Band 6 to Band 7 under Agenda for Change. The current dispute is a local employment matter between Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board and recognised trade unions. The Welsh Government has discussed a range of issues relating to the dispute with NHS employers and trade unions. However, no separate programme of discussions has been undertaken specifically on the cost of moving health visitors to Band 7.