NHS Redress Bill completes parliamentary phase -  22nd November 2006

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 compensation claim 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.

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