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Care Quality Commission Section 48 Review of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
26 March 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The minister is addressing a Care Quality Commission (CQC) section 48 review of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's mental health services, focusing on patient safety and quality of care.
Action Requested
The minister has requested that the CQC conduct a special review and report on part 1 by June. The minister expects significant action and improvements from the Trust and will reauthorise Rampton Hospital for 12 months with conditions attached. NHS England is tasked with providing targeted support and updates on the Trust's progress.
Key Facts
- On January 30, 2024, a CQC section 48 review of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was requested.
- The review includes three strands: rapid evidence review of Valdo Calocane case, patient safety and quality of care assessment, and an update on services at Rampton Hospital.
- Part 1 report is due by June 2024.
- The Trust has received a rating of 4 in the National Oversight Framework and entered into the Recovery Support Programme with an Improvement Director appointed.
- CQC identified significant failings in service demand management, staffing, and leadership at the Trust.
- Rampton Hospital will be reauthorised for high security psychiatric services for 12 months only, subject to conditions addressing ongoing concerns.
- NHS spending on mental health increased by £4.7 billion between 2018/19 and 2023/24.
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