NHS staff fatigue 'still not recognised' as serious risk to patient safety

NHS staff fatigue 'still not recognised' as serious risk to patient safety

By Liz Wells 24 April 2025

Fatigue among NHS staff poses a significant yet under-recognised risk to patient safety, a new report reveals.

Discrimination stops temporary NHS workers speaking up about safety concerns

By Liz Wells 05 September 2024

There is widespread discrimination against temporary staff in the NHS, which is creating a culture of fear that stops them speaking up about patient safety, new research reveals.

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