NHS Redress Bill - latest news November 2006

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NHS Redress Bill completes Parliamentary phase
 

The NHS Redress Bill has been introduced by the Government to (amongst other things) improve the complaints process and reduce costs associated with medical negligence compensation cases in England & Wales

The Bill aims to simplify the compensation process. This will enable victims of medical errors or their families to complain with minimal stress and inconvenience. At the present time if you make a claim compensation for medical negligence generally you need to be represented by a solicitor. This escalates costs considerably.

The Bill has made slow progress through the parliamentary system but the Lords have now completed their contribution and the Bill is currently awaiting Royal Assent.

The Department of Health has indicated that there will be a consultation period with the legal industry during secondary legislation.

More on this story at the NHS main website