Being fair
A just and learning culture is the balance of fairness, justice, learning – and taking responsibility for actions. It is not about seeking to blame the individuals involved when care in the NHS goes wrong. It is also not about an absence of responsibility and …
Supporting general practice – Medical record keeping
This video outlines the key components of good medical record keeping and highlights common mistakes to avoid. It is part of a series of videos aimed at supporting general practice by sharing learning from claims. Other videos in the series will appear here in the coming …
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Christine’s story
A patients perspective on a clinical negligence claim.
Supporting general practice – Administrative errors
This video looks at common administrative errors in general practice that give rise to claims. Steps that can be taken within practices to mitigate the risk of these errors are highlighted. It is part of a series of videos aimed at supporting general practice by …
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The Early Notification scheme progress report: collaboration and improved experience for families
NHS Resolution has reported on the first year of its innovative scheme to drive improvements in maternity and neonatal services and to ensure that families are better supported whose babies suffer rare, but tragic, avoidable brain injuries at birth. You may also be interested in …
Supporting general practice – Consent
This video looks at the criteria that need to be met in order for patient consent to be legally valid. Advice is provided on how to ensure practitioners obtain legally valid consent. It is part of a series of videos aimed at supporting general practice …
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A summary of: The Early Notification scheme progress report
This leaflet has been produced as an overview to highlight the: key findings of the report six recommendations information on our collaborative partners and other resources available on our website including information on supporting staff and families
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Supporting general practice – What to do if you receive a complaint or a claim
This video outlines what you should do if you receive a complaint or claim. You are taken through each step in a range of situations, including receiving a letter of complaint or a request for records and court proceedings. It is part of a series …
