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From Silence to Safety: Strengthening Speak Up Pathways in NHS Trusts

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Published on
January 29, 2026

In this session, Gemma McCall and Charlotte Taylor explored the real barriers to speaking up within NHS Trusts and shared the practical experiences of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Discover how they implemented Culture Shift’s Report + Support™ platform to build trust, support managers, and strengthen their Speak Up culture.

Key takeaways include:

  • Why staff sometimes hold back from raising concerns
  • How leadership can gain insight into trends and act before issues escalate
  • Prevention is legal – the Worker Protection Act demands proactive steps, not just policies

Whether you’re reviewing your Speak Up arrangements, responding to staff survey results, or planning improvements for the year ahead, this session gives actionable insights from real NHS experience.

Charlotte Taylor
Training Manager
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