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NHS Staff Survey Reveals Alarming Rise in Abuse Incidents

3/14/2026

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The latest NHS staff survey finds 14.47% of NHS staff reported physical attacks by patients or the public, the highest rate in three years.
31% of ambulance staff experienced unwanted sexual behavior.
Discrimination incidents reached a record high of 9.26%.
Despite these challenges, 87.78% of staff say their work helps patients.
Danny Mortimer, Director General for NHS England, urged urgent action to improve staff safety and support.

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The latest NHS staff survey finds 14.47% of NHS staff reported physical attacks by patients or the public, the highest rate in three years.
31% of ambulance staff experienced unwanted sexual behavior.
Discrimination incidents reached a record high of 9.26%.
Despite these challenges, 87.78% of staff say their work helps patients.
Danny Mortimer, Director General for NHS England, urged urgent action to improve staff safety and support.