Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Review of The Leng review: an independent review into PA and AA professions
Closed
107 signatures
What the petition asks
The Leng Review found no evidence that physician associates are unsafe—yet still recommends restrictions on the role. We think policy should be based on data, to protect patient care, workforce morale, and the future of a resilient NHS.
We think the Leng Review unfairly targets PAs despite finding no evidence of harm, to justify what we think are harmful changes. We think this risks worsening access, harming patients, and scapegoating a workforce that are passionate and proud of their care that they provide to their patients and support. We demand an urgent, transparent review and a suspension of policies based on this report. We think this is a matter of fairness, evidence, and protecting the future of a safe, sustainable NHS.
Timeline
| 18 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
107
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
18 Aug 2025
Closed
18 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 12 Aug 2026.