Here is a brief description of recent policy changes. Please make yourself aware of the changes, as they may also impact training requirements.

You can find all our policies in the Policies and Documents Library. Use key search terms to narrow down your results.

Resilience Plan (including winter arrangements)

The Resilience Plan describes the structure within which operational pressures will be anticipated and managed. It includes arrangements for during the winter period and it provides the framework for managers and clinicians in the Trust to work together and with other organisations.

There are a number of updates to the plan, including:

  • New Operational Pressures Escalation Levels (OPEL) score updates that start in February 2025
  • Divisional updates
  • Added Mutual Aid section
  • Flu plan added
  • Ambulance diverts internally and externally added

Domestic Abuse Policy (Patients and Staff)

  • Inclusion of non-fatal strangulation guidance