Demand from Trusts to be involved in the programme was high and each has contributed 10,000 to cover costs. We hope to see the programme adopted by all trusts in due course. As part of the evaluation we will be assessing directly the impact of the programme on quality of care - this information will be available early next year. The Government's commitment to publishing plans to show how nurses have access to such programmes is very timely. The proposals to develop a campaign and kite-marking system for good employment practices are very welcome but there must be real weight behind any new initiatives.
Good practice is widely available but too many employers choose to ignore it.