Part of 3. 3. Topical Questions – in the Senedd at 3:22 pm on 20 September 2017.
Cabinet Secretary, the findings of ABMU’s internal report on Kris Wade stated that they did not robustly pursue complaints and stated, in effect, that there was a culture in some areas of basing actions on, I quote, ‘the believability of patients’ is absolutely shocking. I note, and fully supported the calls of the BMA and other opposition parties that there should be an independent inquiry. I am glad that the First Minister stated his support for this yesterday. We want the health board to uphold the highest of standards. The public cannot be assured that it will do this if we simply let it to investigate itself. Consequently, Cabinet Secretary, can you update us on what discussions you have had with Healthcare Inspectorate Wales to expedite an independent inquiry? Thank you.