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Toxic Culture Alleged at Major Welsh Hospital Unit
4 Feb
Summary
- Toxic culture and unsafe conditions were found at a hospital department.
- An internal review revealed bullying, harassment, and aggressive behaviour.
- Systemic failures were identified at all levels of the affected unit.
Staff members at Wales' largest hospital have faced disciplinary proceedings following the uncovering of a toxic culture that left some feeling unsafe. An internal review at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW), completed in August 2024, detailed reports of bullying, harassment, and violent or aggressive behavior within a specific department.
The investigation into the Cardiff HSDU unit, which handles the sterilization and decontamination of medical equipment, found systemic failures at all organizational levels. The poor behavior was described as unchecked, prompting the health board to address these historic allegations robustly.
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