Reframing Diversity and Inclusion in the NHS – A Call for Pragmatism

Health Secretary Wes Streeting is urging the NHS to reset its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), warning that “misguided” strategies—such as promoting “anti-whiteness”—are undermining progress. Instead of ideological posturing, he advocates a return to fundamentals: tackling real health inequalities through evidence-based policies.

Streeting highlights stark disparities, including higher mortality rates for black men with prostate cancer and black women in childbirth, while also acknowledging the overlooked struggles of white working-class patients. His message is clear—equality should mean just that, for everyone.

For health and safety leaders, this signals a shift toward pragmatic, outcome-driven DEI policies. Is your organisation ready to adapt?

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