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Inquests - Northern Ireland
Time to read article: 4 mins
An inquest is a fact-finding exercise that is conducted by the Coroner and, in some cases, in front of a jury. The purpose of an inquest is to find out who the person was and, how, when and where they died. This factsheet gives further information about what happens at an inquest.
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Inquests - Wales
Inquests - Wales
Time to read article: 6 mins
An inquest is a fact-finding exercise that is conducted by the coroner and, in some cases, in front of a jury. The purpose of an inquest is to find out who died – when, where, how and in what circumstances. This factsheet gives further information about what happens at an inquest.
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Articles and features
06/08/2018
Is my patient fit to fly?
Is my patient fit to fly?
Time to read article: 4 mins
Now that the peak holiday season is upon us, GPs may find themselves asked to declare patients “fit to fly”. Dr Rachel Birch, medicolegal adviser at Medical Protection, presents two case scenarios, illustrating what GPs can do to support patients while minimising potential risks.
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Cauda equina syndrome: MPS improves NHS Choices advice
Time to read article: 1 mins
After previously rewriting the NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary on cauda equina syndrome (CES) red flags, an MPS medical claims adviser has gone one step further by improving the public information available through NHS Choices.
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Important update regarding the use of vaginal mesh
Time to read article: 2 mins
On 10 July 2018, NHS England restricted the use of mesh. Read our position and guidance for members on this issue.
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GMC loses right to appeal – Medical Protection welcomes news
Time to read article: 2 mins
In the latest development surrounding manslaughter in healthcare, the government has agreed to remove the GMC’s right to appeal decisions reached by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS). This change follows ongoing campaigning by MPS, and Dr Rob Hendry, medical director at Medical Protection, says this is great news for the profession
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Articles and features
25/06/2018
Practice nurses – the right indemnity for you
Practice nurses – the right indemnity for you
Time to read article: 4 mins
As nurses take on additional roles in practices, it is vital that you understand your requirements with regards to professional indemnity. Diane Baylis, Clinical Risk and Education Manager at Medical Protection, looks at the different options.
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MPS: Legislation to remove GMC right of appeal must be brought forward quickly
Time to read article: 2 mins
Medical Director Rob Hendry speaks at the Westminster Health Forum event on the next steps for professional healthcare regulation.
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MPS comment on Government’s response to Sir Norman Williams Review of Gross Negligence Manslaughter in healthcare
Time to read article: 2 mins
Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, Education Services Lead at MPS comments on the Government’s response to Sir Norman Williams Review of Gross Negligence Manslaughter in healthcare.
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