A devoutly Catholic nurse at the centre of a crucifix row has resigned after hospital officials banned her from wearing the religious symbol at work. Helen Slatter, 43, was ordered before a disciplinary hearing after refusing to remove the gold necklace. Gloucestershire Royal Hospital ruled the chain and crucifix -which is less than one inch tall - posed a health and safety risk to patients. Miss Slatter, who has not attended work since the hearing on May 22, has now resigned from her position as a phlebologist. Enlarge I quit: Helen Slatter shows her crucifix and necklace outside the hospital She said: 'They made it clear that, if I went back, the hospital would send me home if I was wearing my crucifix. 'I am not willing to stop wearing it, so I have been left with no choice but to leave my job. 'They say it is NHS policy... [read full story]
