Publish date: 16 September 2025

Today, Tuesday 16 September, a former surgeon at Blackpool Victoria Hospital has been sentenced to six years in prison for sexually assaulting members of staff.

Amal Bose was convicted of 12 counts of sexual assault following a trial in the summer.

Maggie Oldham, Chief Executive at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, said: “Our thoughts remain with all those affected by the actions of Mr Bose, and we thank our staff for the bravery and courage they have shown throughout the police investigation and trial of Mr Bose.  

“As a Trust, we have cooperated with the police throughout their investigation into Mr Bose who has not worked at the Trust since December 2022. We have been truly shocked and saddened by the experiences of the victims, and we will now be supporting all colleagues as we move forward together.”

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s impact statement can be read here.