Public Board of Directors papers 27.01.22

2.1.1 Risk appetite The Board of Directors have agreed a risk appetite statement which is taken into account when considering strategic decisions, business cases and quality matters.

Risk Appetite Statement The Christie NHS Foundation Trust recognises that its long term sustainability depends upon the delivery of its strategic objectives and it’s relationships with patients, staff, the public and strategic partners. It operates within a low overall risk range. It will not accept risks that have a high likelihood of a detrimental impact on patient or staff safety or compliance and regulatory objectives. However, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust has a marginally higher risk appetite to take considered risks in terms of its impact on the strategic, reporting and operations objectives in terms of its willingness to take opportunities where positive gains can be anticipated, within the constraints of the regulatory environment. The highest risk appetite relates to our pursuance of innovation and transformation objectives.

2.2 Equality Impact Assessment There is a legal duty to analyse the actual or potential effect of the activity on different groups. The requirement is to consider if there are any unintended consequences for some groups, and to consider if the policy will be fully effective for all target groups. It involves using equality information and the results of engagement with protected groups and others to understand the actual or potential effect of our activities. In line with the Trust policy on equality and diversity this document has been screened using the approved e-tool. No detriment was identified. 2.3 Good Corporate Citizen As part of its development, this policy was reviewed in line with the Trust’s Corporate Citizen ideals. As a result, the document is designed to be used electronically in order to reduce any associated printing costs. 2.4 The Christie Commitment We aim to reward our staff who are committed and motivated to do their best for patients every day. The trust’s principles and behaviours describe what our patients and their families or carers can expect from us, and what our staff can expect from each other. The trust’s behaviours are; We always give the best quality care We treat everybody with compassion, dignity and respect We support staff to develop to their full potential We look for new ideas and better ways of working We promote a fair culture We provide a safe, clean and tidy environment All staff are expected to behave in a way that reflects the trust’s principles and behaviours. 2.5 Purpose This strategy will establish a consistent and integrated approach to the management of all risks across the whole Trust. It is intended to be complementary to The Christie Quality Plan. We listen to our patients and each other We work together as one Christie team We share knowledge and learning

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