ASSAULTS ON NHS STAFF

Early day motion 317, tabled 16 December 2008 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 78 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 attacks or assaults 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 43, Liberal Democrat 19, Conservative 6, DUP 3, Independent 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Scottish National Party 1.