Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 12586
NHS: Negligence
Tabled: 4 November 2024
Answered: 8 November 2024
Question
Charlotte Nichols
Labour — Warrington North
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what level of indemnity is required for each NHS job category.
Answer
All regulated healthcare professionals in the United Kingdom are legally required to hold appropriate clinical negligence cover for the costs of claims and damages awarded to patients. This is set out under Section 44 of the Medical Act 1983.Most staff at...
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