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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent

NHS diversity practices hindered by ‘misguided approaches’, says Streeting

Wes Streeting
Streeting said ‘equality, diversity and inclusion is under a lot of spotlight and discussion’. Photograph: Leon Neal/AP

Diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) practices within the NHS have been hindered by “misguided approaches” such as instances of “anti-whiteness”, the health secretary has said.

Speaking at an event hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support for World Cancer Day, Wes Streeting said there was a need for DEI policies, after they were criticised by public figures such as the US president, Donald Trump.

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