Features
Sounding the alarm: the importance of whistleblowing in primary care
‘Whistleblowing’ has long been a dirty word. Yet, whistleblowing has the potential to stop medical catastrophes in their tracks. It is vital – so how keep reading
bullying
Features
How to deal with workplace bullying
According to a recent survey, carried out by YouGov, almost 29% of people are bullied at work, causing 36% of victims to quit their role, whilst keep reading
Features
The causes of stress among GPs
A new study has laid bare the causes of stress among GPs in England. A rising workload, strained finances and the emotional investment required are keep reading
Management
NHS urged to tackle ‘systemic racism’
New NHS data shows that race-related workplace discrimination is rising As reported by the Evening Standard, the NHS is being urged to work hard to keep reading
Management
Bullying culture within NHS is a ‘scandal’
The British Medical Association (BMA) has spoken out about the issue of bullying within healthcare environments According to the BMA’s Scotland council chair, Dr Lewis keep reading
Management
BMA study shows 39% of doctors are aware of bullying in their workplace
A new study by the BMA has looked into the impact of bullying and harassment in the workplace for NHS workers A two-year study by keep reading
News
Government to outline new measures for protecting NHS workers from violence
NHS workers are to receive better training in order to deal with violent assault in the workplace, while perpetrators will face harsher punishments According to keep reading
Finance and funding
Bullying could be costing the NHS £2bn per year
New research shows that the severe impact of bullying and harassment throughout the NHS could be costing the organisation at least £2bn a year According keep reading
News
NHS whistleblowers encouraged to contact Scottish health secretary directly
Jeane Freeman has urged NHS whistleblowers to come forward if they ever feel bullied, in order to improve workplaces across the health service As reported keep reading
Management
BMA chair opens up about racism in the NHS
Chaand Nagpaul, respected GP and chair of the BMA, has opened up about the issue of racism and inequality in how the NHS treats and keep reading