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MDU advises doctors not to ignore inappropriate patient behaviour

Doctors are being reminded to get help if a patient makes an inappropriate advance, now that new guidance by the regulator places more emphasis on reporting unacceptable sexual behaviour in the workplace. In a recent MDU survey on receiving gifts from patients around 15% of the 411 MDU members who responded had concerns about the reason for… Read more »

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First BASC Wildlife Fund political reception held in Welsh parliament

The first BASC Wildlife Fund political reception was held in the Senedd this week, highlighting to cross-party MSs the positive impact sustainable shooting has on conservation efforts and connecting people with their environment. The reception aimed to introduce the BASC Wildlife Fund (BWF) to Members of the Senedd (MSs), showcasing the work of shoots, clubs… Read more »

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Govt launches independent living strategy
Govt promises more choice and control for disabled people

The government has unveiled its new strategy designed to offer disabled people more choice and control over their lives. Ministers claim the cross-government strategy, which draws on resources from six departments, will enable disabled people to do things non-disabled people take for granted. In Independent Living Strategy, published today by the Office for Disabled Issues,… Read more »

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Welsh hospitals to scrap parking charges
Wales introduces free hospital parking

There are no plans to introduce free hospital parking for patients in England, the government has said. The Department of Health said it was not planning to mimic the Welsh policy but added “all government policies are always under review”. The Welsh assembly government announced today that all staff and patients will be able to… Read more »