Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) -
Sexual misconduct in the surgical profession is endemic. The Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery (WPSMS), supported by RCS England, has highlighted the scale of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and sexual assault in the surgical profession. The 2023 report, Breaking the silence: addressing sexual misconduct in healthcare, emphasised the urgent need for systemic change. RCS England is committed to a zero-tolerance approach to sexual misconduct and continues to work closely with the WPSMS to drive reform across surgery and healthcare. This policy paper outlines the progress made to date and sets out the critical next steps needed to ensure sustained action in addressing this serious issue.