Ashford says changing culture could take decades
Changing the 'toxic culture' at Noble's Hospital could take decades according to a former health minister.
David Ashford has responded to the findings of a Care Quality Commission report which highlights serious failings within the Emergency Department.
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He held the position as minister between 2018 and 2021 before moving to Treasury.
The CQC report, which was commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care, reveals a ‘feral attitude’ from senior medical staff, bullying and blame culture.
Mr Ashford told Manx Radio it’s right to ‘shine a light’ on the issues:
Meanwhile, there's mixed feelings about the quality of the health service that residents are receiving from the hospital.
Manx Radio asked these people in Douglas what their experience was like:
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