Nurses told to cover up uniforms

Nursing staff are being asked not to display their uniforms outside of their hospital in an effort to cut down the spread of infections.

The rule is one of a few introduced to stop infections such as clostridium difficile (C Diff) which can cause severe stomach upsets and can be fatal.

The decision was taken at a meeting held at the University Hospital of North Staffordshire.

Chief nurse Sarah Byrom says she will take action if anyone breaks the rule.

She said: "We have a uniform policy which states quite clearly that nurses should not be seen out in their uniforms.

"They should wear a full cover coat.

"I have made it clear that if any member of the public sees a member of nursing staff and can see the name of that person than I shall take action with that member of staff."