Bury South MP Christian Wakeford has called for an independent inquiry into allegations of abuse at the Edenfield Centre in Prestwich
A BBC Panorama investigation has revealed how patients were put at risk due to a “toxic culture” at one of the UK’s biggest mental health hospitals
BBC News reports ahead of the screening that an undercover reporter at the Edenfield Centre filmed staff using restraint inappropriately and patients enduring long seclusions in small, bare rooms.
Staff swore at patients and were seen slapping or pinching them on occasion.
Greater Manchester Police have already announced that they have begun an investigation and a number of staff members have been suspended
“The allegations made by Panorama about the Edenfield Centre in my constituency are shocking and must be investigated to the full extent of the law. Today I had an urgent meeting with the Health Minister. I have demanded an independent inquiry.” said Wakeford who constituency includes the facility.
