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Care Quality Commission Section 48 Review of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

03 September 2024

Proposing MP
Ilford North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) Section 48 review of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) following tragic killings.

Action Requested

NHS England and NHFT are taking action to address identified serious failings in mental health services. Regular updates on progress will be provided, and findings and recommendations will be applied nationwide to improve patient safety practices.

Key Facts

  • CQC conducted a special review of mental health services in Nottinghamshire.
  • Reports for strands 2 and 3 were published on 26 March 2024.
  • Report for strand 1 was published on 13 August.
  • Four areas identified with serious shortcomings: risk assessment, care planning, medicines management, discharge planning.
  • NHS England has accepted CQC’s recommendations and initiated nationwide actions.
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