I was once a patient at Cygnet Bury Hospital, a place that should have been a beacon of hope, healing, and compassion. Instead, it became a setting of neglect and trauma, where the most vulnerable people, needing crucial mental health care, were instead exposed to further harm. I am personally aware of many others who have suffered similar neglect, and the emotional and physical damage inflicted upon them is both heart-wrenching and utterly unacceptable.

Cygnet Bury Hospital has long been plagued with allegations of abuse and malpractice. Patients deserve a safe environment where they receive the care they need, not a place that exacerbates their suffering. These incidents have gone on for too long without accountability or consequences.

I am calling on the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to launch an urgent independent investigation into Cygnet Bury Hospital. An impartial investigation is vital to uncover the full extent of the abuse and misconduct. It will provide the transparency and scrutiny necessary to hold wrongdoers accountable and protect current and future patients from harm.

This investigation is not just about assigning blame—it's about justice for the victims and creating a framework to prevent future abuse. Clear and actionable solutions must be identified, including comprehensive policy changes, regular audits, and increased staff training. These actions can ensure the hospital lives up to its promise of providing care, dignity, and respect to all patients.

Monitoring and enforcement of rigorous standards must become a priority to foster an environment where safety and well-being are the foremost concern. With the CQC's intervention, we can reshape the future of mental health care at this institution and beyond, ensuring transparency, safety, and dignity for all.

No one should fear receiving the care they desperately need. Join me in demanding justice and safety for all patients by signing this petition. Together, we can spark the change that is so desperately needed at Cygnet Bury Hospital.