The indomitable Mr Pink

Article Abstract:

Graham Pink, former charge nurse, continues to fight for improved standards of patient care, despite losing his job in 1991 following a chain of events which included Pink speaking out on inadequate medical care. Details of how some UK National Health Service trusts are attempting to include 'gagging clauses' in nurses contracts' are included in a related article, together with details of the attitudes of the Royal College of Nursing to whistle-blowing.

Care and treatment, Political aspects, Whistle blowing, Whistleblowing, Patients, Patient care

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Just say no to faulty, outdated equipment

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the lack of high-quality, safe equipment in the hospitals managed by the National Health Service. The increasing demands made on medical staff and lack of investment are discussed.

Medical equipment

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How can we pay the dandy highwayman?

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the difficulties which are faced by the government and the National Health Service in meeting the general public's demand for improved health care services in the United Kingdom.

Health care industry, Public opinion

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