Royal Adelaide Hospital Incident

The Hon. T.T. NGO (14:49): My question is to the Minister for Health and Wellbeing. Has the minister inquired about the assault of a doctor at the RAH emergency department on Monday night? If so, what information has he been provided?

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing) (14:50): I am not aware of any briefing being given to me in relation to the report of an assault on Monday night. I would certainly be keen to ensure that any complaints are fully investigated.

The fact is that the doctors, nurses and other health professionals in our emergency departments deserve our respect and thanks, not aggression. During my time as minister I will be keen to ensure that SA Health works to support workers in pursuing complaints they have, including police complaints where that is relevant.