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The Edenfield Centre: A toxic culture of abuse

Liz Blamire

10th October 2022

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BBC Panorama has revealed shocking treatment of individuals at one of the UKs largest mental health hospitals.

Undercover filming has revealed the inhumane treatment experienced at Edenfield, alongside many examples of poor and unsafe practice. An investigation has been commenced by Greater Manchester Police and the NHS Trust involved and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are currently reviewing the material provided by the BBC.

Read the full report here: 'Toxic culture' of abuse at mental health hospital revealed by BBC secret filming

See the Panorama program here: Undercover Hospital: Patients at Risk

Discretion advised - the TV program contains very strong language and upsetting scenes.

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Liz Blamire

Liz is tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care and Early Childhood Development. A former NHS midwife, she has taught in FE and secondary as HoD, is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, textbook author, and experienced senior examiner. She recently completed an MEd in Inclusion and SEND, focusing on social, emotional and behavioural needs.

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