The number of hospital-employed persons in the UK has seen a steady increase from 2013 to 2023, with a notable spike in 2020 likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the number stood at approximately 1.5595 million full-time equivalents (FTEs). The year-on-year variations show an overall positive trend, with a significant 13.45% increase in 2020. The last two years displayed a 3.44% rise in 2022 and a 1.94% rise in 2023. The last five-year CAGR (from 2018 to 2023) is 3.43%.
Looking forward, the forecast suggests a continued increase in hospital-employed persons, with a projected 1.7092 million FTEs by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is 1.46%, translating to a 7.5% growth over this period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of healthcare policy changes, technological advancements in healthcare, and ongoing responses to public health challenges, which may significantly affect employment numbers.