As a whistleblower within general practice, I share the concerns many of us have about confidentiality. I have faced retribution and detrimental treatment (NHS bosses who silence whistleblowers face sack under government plans, 24 November).
Both I and a colleague reported serious patient safety concerns and witnessed dishonesty. Unfortunately, we have experienced what is known in whistleblower circles as the “playbook” of mistreatment, while authorities slowly gather the evidence needed to act on our reports. This abuse has included the spreading of false rumours, slurs on our character and professional work, false referrals to regulatory bodies and bullying.
