The North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) faced scrutiny for underreporting violent incidents against staff, including only a fraction reported to police. Despite claims of safety and commitment, data revealed alarming statistics: 799 incidents of physical abuse were reported, but only 22% reached authorities, and only one of two weapon assaults was reported. A specific focus was drawn to 60 sexual incidents, with merely 13% reported. While NELFT assured that senior staff follow up on criminal offences, their lack of transparency raises ongoing concerns about staff safety and the seriousness of reported incidents.
During the reporting period, 799 incidents of physical abuse were recorded, but only 22 percent were reported to the authorities, raising serious concerns about staff safety.
The NELFT stated that all potential criminal offences should be referred to the police, yet discrepancies remain regarding their reporting practices.
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