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<p>NHS England is updating their Delivering Same-Sex Accommodation guidance, and a
revised version will be published in due course. It is imperative that National Health
Service trusts respect the privacy and dignity of patients. The Government has been
clear that patients should not have to share sleeping accommodation with others of
the opposite sex, and should have access to segregated bathroom and toilet facilities.</p><p>As
previously announced, proposals to protect the privacy, dignity, and safety of patients
will be brought forward soon as part of the review of the NHS Constitution and its
handbook. Any measures consulted on will be in line with the Equality Act 2010, respecting
the rights of all patients in hospital settings.</p>
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