Resolution Matters - NHS Resolution newsletter Having trouble reading this email? View it in your web browser [link removed] Resolution Matters: 28 November 2024 Learning from workplace violence claims [[link removed]]

In October 2024, we published a report looking at claims relating to incidents of workplace violence received by our Liabilities to Third Parties Scheme between 2010 and 2020. It identifies key themes and highlights areas of focus for NHS organisations to tackle such violence and protect NHS staff from harm.

Learn more about the report [[link removed]].

News New Insights: Patterns in Practitioner Performance Advice cases with a focus on IMGs [[link removed]]

Our Practitioner Performance Advice service has published its annual practitioner characteristics Insights paper which analyses the demographics, professions and concerns of Advice cases with a focus on international medical graduates (IMGs). Find out more about why we are sharing this work, our key findings and recommended actions [[link removed]].

Spotlighting Advice’s maternity team reviews [[link removed]]

Practitioner Performance Advice have been actively engaging with key maternity stakeholders to spotlight the maternity team review offer, which provides a better understanding of the barriers to resolving behavioural issues within a maternity team and suggests options for improving professional relationships. Find out more about maternity team reviews. [[link removed]]

Advice organisational activity reports [[link removed]]

We offer individual NHS organisations reports incorporating cases brought by them to Advice. These are a unique tool for individuals responsible for oversight, management and governance of practitioner performance concerns, including Chief Medical Officers, medical managers and HR personnel. Find out more about how to request your trust’s report. [[link removed]]

Collaboration for safer and sustainable maternity care – resources now available [[link removed]]

On Wednesday 2 October 2024, we held a collaborative regional event for the South West. Member initiatives to improve maternity safety across the region were shared, alongside insights from claims data, Early Notification case themes, and an update on the Maternity Incentive Scheme. Presentations from the day are now available to access. [[link removed]]

Case of note: Karen Spellman v. Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (High Court, 31 July 2024 – Sweeting J.) [[link removed]]

In this case, which examines allegations of clinical negligence in a trust’s failure to identify Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), the court considered divisive claims, with experts disagreeing on the MRI interpretation and whether CES was present. Read more about this case. [[link removed]]

London Claims Learning Network: Aortic Dissection [[link removed]]

Our Safety and Learning team will host a webinar on Friday 24 January 2025, sharing data and insights from claims related to the management of aortic dissection to support improvements in patient safety. Find out more about the webinar on our website. [[link removed]]

Complex mental health presentations in pregnancy: care, capacity and the role of the court [[link removed]]

Join our Safety and Learning team and panel firm Weightmans for a virtual forum on complex mental health presentations in pregnancy on Friday 29 November 2024. Learn more and register on our website. [[link removed]]

Publication of NHSE Patient Safety Strategy for Primary Care [[link removed]]

The NHS Primary Care Patient Safety Strategy, launched in September 2024, focuses on enhancing safety in primary care settings. Key initiatives involve implementing the Patient Safety Investigation Response Framework, training Safety Champions, and fostering a just, learning culture. Participate in the incident recording survey to help drive improvements. [[link removed]]

Defendant dishonesty finding in claims case [[link removed]]

A judge has ruled that a lorry driver from Liverpool was fundamentally dishonest about his injuries in his attempt to claim more than £2.3 million in compensation from the NHS. Read more about this case and ruling. [[link removed]]

Help shape the future of the NHS [[link removed]]

NHS Resolution is supporting the launch of the consultation for the 10-Year Health Plan. Read more about this consultation and how you can take part. [[link removed]]

World diabetes day 2024

On Thursday 14 November we shared our review on clinical negligence claims related to diabetes and lower limb complications, which makes recommendations to improve patient safety.

Learn more and read the report [[link removed]] Contribution notices trailer

We expect to issue contribution notices to members before the end of the calendar year.

World thrombosis day 2024

In honour of World Thrombosis Day on Sunday 13 October, we revisited our resource on venous thromboembolism (VTE) injuries, which details how clinicians can take preventative action to improve outcomes for patients at risk of VTE.

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