NHS chief Amanda Pritchard highlights alarming domestic abuse among workers
- More than 50,000 NHS staff reported experiencing domestic abuse in one year, predominantly women.
- The #MeToo movement has helped highlight abuse within the healthcare sector.
- NHS leadership is committed to improving support for staff affected by domestic violence.
In her recent statements, Amanda Pritchard, chief executive of NHS England, talked about the alarming prevalence of domestic abuse among NHS staff. She revealed that over 51,000 NHS employees reported experiencing domestic abuse in a single year, with a significant majority being women. This issue has garnered broader attention due to the #MeToo movement, which has exposed abuse across various sectors, including healthcare. The NHS has begun implementing more robust measures, such as new guidance and support systems to help affected staff, ensuring they have access to resources and safe spaces to aid recovery. The support from notable figures and the public for campaigns like Brick by Brick highlights a collective effort to address this critical social issue affecting healthcare workers in England.