NHS Resolution’s new report reveals 58% misdiagnosis rate for perineal tears
Nearly six in ten women who experienced serious perineal tears during childbirth and brought a claim had their injuries initially misdiagnosed, a new report from NHS Resolution reveals today. The thematic review by NHS Resolution, in collaboration with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, …
International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism
Like many other NHS organisations, NHS Resolution is adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, namely that “Antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish …
Applications open for Non-Executive Director post
Ministers are seeking to appoint a new Non-Executive Director (NED) to the board of NHS Resolution, who will be responsible for chairing NHS Resolution’s Audit and Risk Committee (ARC). The ARC Chair is remunerated at £13,137 per annum. NHS Resolution operates across the boundaries of …
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Lincolnshire woman jailed for NHS fraud
A woman from Lincolnshire has been jailed for contempt of court after being found to have deliberately misrepresented a claim for damages against the NHS of over £3 million. Yesterday she received a 26 week custodial sentence, of which she will serve a minimum of …
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NHS Resolution awards new contract for claims mediation
Following a robust and competitive retender process, NHS Resolution has announced the award of a new four-year contract to our panel to mediate disputes arising from personal injury and clinical negligence incidents and claims. Three providers have been contracted from 1 August 2025 to deliver …
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NHS Resolution resolves record numbers of compensation claims through collaboration
NHS Resolution’s Annual Report and Accounts for 2024/25, published today, highlights a record 83% of clinical claims being resolved without the need for legal proceedings. In line with NHS Resolution’s strategy to keep patients and healthcare staff out of court, this means that 11,110 clinical …
NHS Resolution welcomes the publication of Dr Penny Dash’s review
We look forward to working with partners through the National Quality Board and to contributing our data and insights to improve the quality and experience of healthcare for patients. You can read the full report here.
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NHS Resolution welcomes the 10 Year Plan
NHS Resolution welcomes the 10 Year Health Plan for England, ‘Fit for the Future’. We look forward to continuing to contribute our expertise in resolution together with insights from the information we hold to support transparency and a rigorous focus on high-quality care for all.
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