Whistleblowing

Overview

The Freedom to Speak Up review by Sir Robert Francis QC recommended primary care is reviewed separately.

He concluded that there is a serious issue in the NHS with whistleblowing that ‘requires urgent attention if staff are to play their full part in maintaining a safe and effective service for patients’. 

NHS England has listened to organisations representing whistleblowers as well as those representing different parts of primary care. We recognise that the sector is diverse: some primary care organisations are large and work in federated structures, whilst others are small and include single GP practices. Moreover, there are important differences between sectors, for example general practice and dentistry. We would like to hear from as many people as possible. If you know someone who would like to take part, share the link.

Please submit your suggestions and comments by 5pm on 6 May 2016.