Ipswich Hospital over 800 mixed-sex accommodation breaches

Data from NHS England reveals that 865 breaches of mixed-sex accommodation were logged at Ipswich Hospital between January and April 2021. NHS guidelines recommend separate sleeping and toilet facilities for different genders. Penalties for breaches were initially £250, but this fine system was later abolished. Mixed-sex breaches can cause significant psychological distress to patients, especially those in a vulnerable state, and can impact recovery and overall well-being.