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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Paterson Inquiry

04 February 2020 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Matt Hancock

NHS

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

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At a glance

Key points

  • Independent Inquiry into Ian Paterson's malpractice publishes its report detailing his actions and their impact on patients
  • All relevant healthcare agencies and organisations are requested to give urgent and thorough attention to the report
  • The Government will consider the findings over the coming weeks and await decisions from relevant agencies on next steps

Issue summary

The Independent Inquiry into Ian Paterson's malpractice has published its report, detailing the circumstances of his actions and their impact on patients.

Action requested

All relevant agencies and organisations across the healthcare sector are requested to give urgent and thorough attention to the report. The Government will consider the findings over the coming weeks and await decisions from relevant agencies on next steps.

Key facts

  • Report published following two years of work by the Independent Inquiry led by Bishop Graham James.
  • Ian Paterson's malpractice has affected many patients.
  • Report is available at https://www.gov.uk.
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