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New scheme to help NHS whistleblowers
A nationwide pilot to help NHS whistleblowers back into work is being launched by NHS England.
The Whistleblowers Support Scheme will offer services including career coaching, financial advice and mediation for primary care staff who have suffered as a result of raising concerns about NHS practice.
The scheme has been designed with the help of former staff who have also had experience of whistleblowing and the impact it can have on staff.
Working Transitions has been appointed to run the pilot until March 2018. Those taking part in the programme will be contacted by the Working Transitions who will arrange for them to have an occupational health assessment and meet their coach. They will then design a package of support that meets their specific needs.
The announcement is part of NHS England’s work in response to Robert Francis’ Freedom to Speak Up report which highlighted that some individuals who have raised concerns are excluded from the ability to work in their chosen field.
The pilot will be evaluated by Liverpool John Moores University to help shape the scheme in the future.
Malcolm Grant, chair of NHS England, said: “It is simply inexcusable that talented, experienced staff should be lost to the NHS as the result of raising the legitimate concerns that help the health service improve.
“We have already implemented new measures in the wake of the Francis report and this scheme further demonstrates our commitment to ensuring openness and transparency are welcomed in the NHS.”
Lynne Hardman, CEO of Working Transitions, said: “Working Transitions is very proud to have been selected to support this important initiative. Over the last twenty five years we have supported around 750,000 people, from widely diverse situations, to overcome barriers and move forward with their careers. We are looking forward to playing a key role in ensuring that all participants achieve success.”
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