Hospital chief ‘shocked’ by claims of staff bullying

A Southampton hospital has described allegations of bullying amongst its staff as “upsetting and shocking”.

University Hospital Southampton (UHS) NHS Foundation Trust said comments were made on a private social media group by “current and former staff” who described their “experiences of bullying” within its hospitals.

In a statement, Steve Harris, the trust’s chief people officer, said UHS strived to provide “a positive work environment” where everyone could thrive “free of bullying, harassment or discrimination of any kind”.

He added “We have taken action against individuals where there is evidence that this has taken place and we will continue to do so.”

Mr Harris went on to say that there were systems in place to report and support people experiencing “unacceptable behaviours” and he was committed to making sure they were effective and supportive.

“Where they are not, we will take whatever action is needed to drive change”.

UHS said it would not be commenting any further.

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