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The failure to protect whistleblowers remains a "stain" on the reputation of the NHS in England, MPs have said.
The Health Select Committee says the treatment of staff who raise concerns has undermined trust in the system.
And whistleblowers who are vindicated should receive an apology and "practical redress", its report adds.
The MPs also say the complaints system for patients is complex and confusing and there should be a "single gateway" covering health and social care.
The report says despite numerous inquiries and reports highlighting failings in complaint-handling and whistleblowing, serious shortcomings remain.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30900550
The Health Select Committee says the treatment of staff who raise concerns has undermined trust in the system.
And whistleblowers who are vindicated should receive an apology and "practical redress", its report adds.
The MPs also say the complaints system for patients is complex and confusing and there should be a "single gateway" covering health and social care.
The report says despite numerous inquiries and reports highlighting failings in complaint-handling and whistleblowing, serious shortcomings remain.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30900550