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House of Commons · General Debate

Clinical Negligence

17 March 2026 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Catherine McKinnell Lab Newcastle upon Tyne North

NHS

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Catherine McKinnell raised concerns about clinical negligence in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Proposes a Bill to implement findings of the Public Accounts Committee's 'Costs of clinical negligence' report
  • Aims to limit costs in clinical negligence cases and improve care for patients
  • Emphasises the need for accountability, transparency, and learning from failures to prevent future harm

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Catherine McKinnell Lab Newcastle upon Tyne North

Proposes a Bill to implement findings of the Public Accounts Committee's 'Costs of clinical negligence' report, aiming to limit costs in clinical negligence cases and improve care for patients. Emphasises the need for accountability, transparency, and learning from failures to prevent future harm.

Other contributors (1)
  • Catherine McKinnell Lab Newcastle upon Tyne North

    Outlines the urgent need for reform in clinical negligence compensation, citing specific cases of maternal healthcare failure. Proposes a Bill that includes a fixed recoverable costs scheme and amends outdated laws to ensure fairer compensation and better care.

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