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We hold one of the largest databases of healthcare related compensation claims in the world, complemented by data on practitioner performance concerns and the causes of contracting disputes in primary care. This is more than 25 years’ worth of data on concerns raised about NHS care.
We have a duty to use this information responsibly to drive positive change for patients and staff.
Our resources section is here to support the early resolution of contracting disputes, improvements in patient safety, a reduction in harm and a reduction in claims.
You can search for resources by topic (such as diabetes, general practice, emergency medicine, spinal infections, maternity), or by the type of resource you would like to view (such as report, video, presentation, animation).
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Guide
Membership charter
Guide
Beneficiary charter
Factsheet
Annual statistics
We are releasing data relating to NHS Resolution claims covering the period 2006/07 to 2021/22. Data is presented in two separate spreadsheets: 1. the Annual Report Statistics 2021-22 are based on a snapshot of data at the end of each financial year, which reflects the approach …
Animation
When does CNSGP cover apply?
Report
The second report: The evolution of the Early Notification Scheme
Although the NHS remains one of the safest healthcare systems in the world within which to give birth, avoidable errors within maternity still occur. Maternity costs make up the largest cost to the NHS in value of claims. The Early Notification Scheme provides a faster …
Report
Clinical Negligence Scheme for General Practice (CNSGP): An overview of the first year
Analysis of the data from the first year of an indemnity scheme for general practice has identified that quicker and more accurate diagnosis, and improved prescribing processes could result in better patient outcomes, a report from NHS Resolution published today has found. The report provides …
Animation
How are CNST contributions calculated?
Our CNST scheme contributions are calculated considering a number of factors, to aid the explanation of process and steps involved we have created this short two-minute animation. This animation will go through the factors of influence on the scheme overall and amount each member pays, …
Leaflet
Venous thromboembolism
From 1 April 2012 until 31 March 2022, we documented 687 closed claims relating to Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) injuries. Of these, 411 claims were settled with damages paid, costing the NHS over £23 million. VTE is a significant cause of mortality, long-term disability and long-lasting …
Leaflet
Supporting primary care
NHS Resolution offers support and insights to those working in primary care from across our four services: Claims Management, Practitioner Performance Advice, Primary Care Appeals and Safety and Learning. We have produced a short digital brochure that outlines how each service supports those working in …
Video
Collaborate to improve maternity care conference – Recordings between 09:30-11:15
On Monday 28 November, we held a face-to-face national maternity conference, Collaborate to improve maternity care: respond to, learn from and prevent harm, at the Royal College of Physicians. The conference ran from 09:30am-16:30pm. We were joined by representatives from maternity teams from across England. …
Video
Collaborate to improve maternity care conference – Recordings between 11:45-12:45
On Monday 28 November, we held a face-to-face national maternity conference, Collaborate to improve maternity care: respond to, learn from and prevent harm, at the Royal College of Physicians. The conference ran from 09:30am-16:30pm. We were joined by representatives from maternity teams from across England. …
Webinar
Collaborate to improve maternity care conference – Recordings between 1:45-3:15
On Monday 28 November, we held a face-to-face national maternity conference, Collaborate to improve maternity care: respond to, learn from and prevent harm, at the Royal College of Physicians. The conference ran from 09:30am-16:30pm. We were joined by representatives from maternity teams from across England. …
Webinar
Duty of Candour virtual forum
On 8 September 2022, the Safety and Learning team hosted a webinar on the Duty of Candour. This was also a great opportunity to promote NHS Resolution’s Duty of Candour animation. Speakers included Dr Denise Chaffer (Director of Safety and Learning and RCN President), Lou …
Infographic
When do I report a GP claim to NHS Resolution?
This flowchart outlines when to report a GP claim to NHS Resolution or your MDO. More information on our General Practice indemnity schemes can be found here.
Video
Advice for those in General Practice – 80 years
This video features three GPs, with a combined 80 years’ experience between them, providing advice on managing clinical risk in general practice. Its focus is threefold. It: looks at the most common reasons for patients coming to harm in general practice; advises GPs on how …
Webinar
Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) Learning from Litigation Claims Webinar – 7 June 2021
In June 2021, a joint webinar was held between GIRFT and NHS Resolution to discuss the guidance and how it can be used in conjunction with 2021 data packs sent to trusts. You can see the full recording of the webinar below.
Report
Mediation in healthcare claims – an evaluation
In December 2016, NHS Resolution (known at the time as the NHS Litigation Authority) took the ground-breaking step of becoming one of the first indemnifiers in the UK to establish a mediation panel with the focus of resolving clinical negligence and personal injury compensation claims.
Factsheet
Maternity incentive scheme year two regional breakdown
Factsheet
Maternity incentive scheme year two national results
Factsheet
Factsheet 5 – trust and authority claims data 2020/21
This factsheet provides information about trust and health authority claims we handled in 2020/21.