On Friday 30 June 2023, NHS England (NHSE) published the long-awaited NHS Long Term Workforce Plan (LTWP). NHS Providers has been calling for a plan to place the NHS workforce on a sustainable footing for some time, often in coalition with other key stakeholders. The publication of the LTWP and its focus on training, retention and reform, is therefore a significant and welcome step. This briefing outlines the key components of the plan and our initial response. We will continue to analyse the information published today, and we look forward to working with members as implementation progresses.