All NHS staff who discuss their religion with patients face losing their jobs, it was revealed today.
A Department of Health document warns talking about religion with patients could be considered harassment or intimidation.
The paper, published last month, does not state exactly what is acceptable but it says action taken for misconduct could lead to dismissal.
The news is particularly ironic for many hospitals, such as London's St Barts and St Thomas, which were born, as were many hospitals, out of Christian charities.
It emerged after the Christian nurse suspended for offering to pray for a patient was asked to return to work.
Her NHS bosses were forced into a humiliating climbdown last night after the case provoked a national outcry.
Caroline Petrie gave their offer a cautious welcome - but insisted she should not be forced to choose between her profession and her faith.
Mrs Petrie was accused of failing to show a commitment to 'equality and diversity' after the incident and faced a disciplinary hearing.
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A Department of Health document warns talking about religion with patients could be considered harassment or intimidation.
The paper, published last month, does not state exactly what is acceptable but it says action taken for misconduct could lead to dismissal.
The news is particularly ironic for many hospitals, such as London's St Barts and St Thomas, which were born, as were many hospitals, out of Christian charities.
It emerged after the Christian nurse suspended for offering to pray for a patient was asked to return to work.
Her NHS bosses were forced into a humiliating climbdown last night after the case provoked a national outcry.
Caroline Petrie gave their offer a cautious welcome - but insisted she should not be forced to choose between her profession and her faith.
Mrs Petrie was accused of failing to show a commitment to 'equality and diversity' after the incident and faced a disciplinary hearing.
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