Hospital violence crackdown

NHS Wales and the South Wales Police have vowed to work more closely on investigations into allegations of violence against NHS staff in Wales.

 

The latest figures show 7,343 cases of violence and aggression against NHS staff in Wales in 2007/08.

 

Health Minister Edwina Hart has this week signed a policy statement that includes new protocols on the investigation of incidents; the referral of cases to the police; evidence gathering and the provision of statements; post incident... (244 more words)

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