Launch inquiry into preferential treatment of White Nurses compared to BME staff

Closed 54 signatures

What the petition asks

We believe that recent events at The Countess of Chester hospital have spotlighted the unequal treatment of Nurses of Colour compared to their White colleagues in similar situations. Unless stereotypes & bias are addressed, staff are treated differently & patients may be at risk of harm.

We need an inquiry to investigate whether there is preferential treatment of White Nurses compared to Nurses of colour when suspicions of malpractice are raised. An inquiry must recommend stringent penalties for any identified race disparities and ensure CEOs and top management are held accountable, if these are found. We believe this would help to improve safety outcomes for service users and make healthcare services more equitable for all.

Timeline

6 Oct 2023	Petition opened for signatures
6 Apr 2024	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 54

Status Closed

Department Department of Health and Social Care

Opened 6 Oct 2023

Closed 6 Apr 2024

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