A NEW research project, led by Oxford Brookes University is set to examine the team working experiences of NHS staff working during the Covid-19 crisis.

The 18-month project, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council, will interview healthcare personnel who either worked, or is currently working on Covid-19 wards to understand the impact of the environment.

Thousands of people were redeployed to reinforce ICUs across the country.

In addition, during the first wave, more than 15,000 student doctors and nurses, armed forces personnel and many volunteers, including retired personnel, were recruited to help.

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At the same time, on-critical care staff, such as respiratory therapists, speech therapists and physiotherapists were also assigned to work on these wards.

Professor of psychology, Vincent Connelly, from Oxford Brookes University, who is the research lead, said: "The response has seen an unprecedented deployment of medical personnel, which is a true testament to the work ethic and resilience of those in the NHS.

"Covid-19 has posed unique challenges for the successful development of teamwork and communication between team members and we are very interested in how team leaders and members have responded to the challenge over the year."