Speak Up

Summary

Speaking up is the act of reporting concerns about malpractice, wrongdoing or fraud. Within the NHS and social care sector, these issues have the potential to undermine public confidence in these vital services and threaten patient safety. If you are working in this sector but don’t know what to do, or who to turn to about your concerns, Speak Up are the leading source of signposting, advice and guidance.

Whether you are an employee, worker, employer or professional body/organisation, you can call their free speaking up helpline, send them an email or complete the online form safe in the knowledge everything you tell them is strictly confidential and anonymous. Speak Up offer legally compliant, unbiased support and guidance to ensure you can act in accordance with your values. This ensures you fully understand your options and legal rights specific to your employment situation.

You can call the helpline on 08000 724 725.