Linking the Prosthetic and Orthotic Workforce with Strategic Direction Across the UK
ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ (BAPO) plays a vital role in connecting the prosthetic and orthotic profession with national policy, regulatory frameworks, and strategic healthcare priorities. We recognise that in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape, practitioners and employers must remain informed of evolving guidance issued by governmental, professional, and regulatory bodies.
This page provides direct access to a curated library of national documents from across the four nations of the United Kingdom, as well as key frameworks from the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the National Orthotic Managers Association Group (NOMAG). These documents offer essential insights into current expectations, workforce development, service delivery models, research priorities, and professional standards.
BAPO is committed to ensuring that our members are not only aware of these guiding documents but are also supported in aligning local practice with national ambitions. We actively reference these strategies when developing our own standards, guidance, and educational materials, ensuring a coordinated and future-facing approach to the advancement of prosthetic and orthotic services
Key documents
England
Wales
Scotland
Northen Ireland
The HCPC
NOMAG
BAPO’s Role in Supporting Strategic Alignment
Through regular engagement with national strategies, BAPO ensures that the prosthetic and orthotic profession is informed, future-ready, and aligned with multidisciplinary healthcare ambitions. These documents are central to shaping workforce education, role development, service transformation, and the profession’s visibility within the broader allied health community.