Violence reduction
Details and updates on the national SPF's work to support the prevention and reduction of violence against NHS staff.
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SPF members' handbook
The SPF members' handbook explains the purpose of the SPF, the role of partners and how they get involved to support the forum's aims.
2 March 2026
Ways to tackle violence: the story so far
Hear about progress on our key recommendations to government on tackling violence in the NHS.
12 February 2026
SPF co-chairs condemn racist abuse and harassment
Read the statement from the SPF co-chairs in response to the rise in racist incidents being experienced by NHS staff.
25 September 2025
Speaking up
The SPF encourages open environments in NHS workplaces where staff feel confident to raise concerns.
30 May 2025
SPF Bulletin May 2025
Find out about the latest publications, updates and events from the national and regional SPFs.
28 May 2025
Supporting system change
The SPF supports effective partnership working in system transformation.
6 August 2024
National SPF achievements in 2022/23
Learn how we supported social partnership working in the NHS and effective employer/trade union involvement in policies with workforce implications.
25 April 2023
Principles for partnership in workforce change for ICSs
Read the SPF's guidance for social partnership working across Integrated Care Systems (ICSs).
20 September 2022
Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse Toolkit for staff
Read how Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, winner of the 2022 HPMA partnership working award, developed a domestic and sexual violence toolkit.
9 September 2022