ASSAULTS ON NHS STAFF

Early day motion 372, tabled 22 November 2007 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 66 members.

That this House notes with alarm the number of NHS staff who are subject to physical assault by patients and relatives of patients; recognises the excellent service provided by NHS staff who are dedicated to providing patients with the highest possible level of care for the benefit of the public; deplores any attack or assault on NHS employees who deserve the greatest respect; and calls on the Government to take a zero tolerance stance in order to protect doctors, nurses and other NHS staff.

Signatures by party: Labour 41, Liberal Democrat 11, Conservative 7, DUP 3, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2.