"Patient Safety" Gravy Train

"Patient Safety" Gravy Train

We hear so much about "whistleblowers" losing so much during the process of trying to bring their concerns forward, but closer examination shows that many prominent "whistleblowers" have actually done quite well out of their activities. Julie Bailey set up a limited company, and tours the country giving talks. She particularly frequents trusts with a history of problems - and those who pay her for an appearance seem immune to her brand of vitriol. Many also buy multiple copies of her dreadful book for their staff to read. Gary Walker and Jenny Fecitt both have companies. Another whistleblower was offered a post with the Department of Health created specifically for her - doing what we don't know. I imagine many nurses reflecting on their lack of a pay raise will be surprised that there is enough to create these lucrative posts on a whim. 

Bill Cash paid someone a round £4,000 for a "report" on Mid Staffs. Who received this money? We don't know (despite this being paid out of parlimentary expenses). Nice work if you can get it. Julie Bailey and Deb Hazeldine certainly produced a report for Bill Cash. Were they the recipient of this £4,000? Cure the NHS have been silent on where their funding has come from.