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Mental health and learning disabilities workforce in the NHS

This interactive report allows users to explore trends in the size and composition of the mental health and learning disabilities (MHLD) workforce in England.

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Further information

Data relating to staff who are either directly providing or supporting the provision of mental health services in secondary care are published by NHS England’s Workforce Statistics team. High level numbers are refreshed on a quarterly basis in an interactive report.

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National Workforce Data Set (NWD) guidance documents

These guidance documents have been produced for organisations using the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). They provide guidance on the use of data items from the National Workforce Data set (NWD) and to help those using ESR to improve data quality. 

NHS Mental Health Workforce Definition and Detailed List of Values 

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Accessibility of this tool

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Last edited: 10 February 2026 8:43 am