NHS Resolution publishes learning from claims for early onset Group B Streptococcal disease in neonates
NHS Resolution has published a new report examining clinical negligence claims related to early onset Group B Streptococcal (GBS) disease in neonates. The analysis reviewed 19 closed claims notified between January 2016 and March 2023, of which 11 were settled with damages paid. The total …
2025 Scorecards: New Distribution Method Now Live
Following our communication sent to NHS Trusts in August, NHS Resolution has successfully transitioned to this improved distribution method for 2025. The 2025 Scorecards are now being distributed directly via secure email to Trust contacts, replacing our previous extranet-based system. The New Process As outlined …
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Digital transformation in action
In May 2025, NHS Resolution successfully launched the Performer and Healthcare Professional Check – a digital service designed to support patient safety, compliance, and operational efficiency across the NHS and wider healthcare system. Replacing the former Fitness to Practise Search, the new service provides a …
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Update on the Submit a Perinatal Event Notification (SPEN) Portal
NHS England is implementing a nationwide improvement for qualifying perinatal event notifications, the Submit a Perinatal Event Notification (SPEN) portal. This system will take the place of the separate reporting platforms currently in use by NHS Resolution’s Early Notification Scheme, MNSI, and MBRRACE-UK. The development …
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Evaluation of the Fairness and Proportionality framework and resources
In January 2025, NHS Resolution’s Practitioner Performance Advice (Advice) service published our Fairness and Proportionality framework and accompanying resources. The framework aims to help employers to identify the key considerations to promote fairness, proportionality and consistency in their decision making when managing and resolving performance concerns, …
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New Early Notification Scheme FutureNHS workspace launch!
We are excited to announce the launch of our new Early Notification (EN) scheme FutureNHS workspace, created to support collaboration, share resources and update on scheme developments. The space is designed to help you: Connect with colleagues and your regional contacts in the EN Scheme …
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Sharing insights at key conferences in 2025
We are exhibiting at key external conferences in 2025, providing a valuable opportunity to meet with our members and key stakeholders and supporting the delivery of our newly published corporate strategy. Upcoming conferences include: Health Service Journal (HSJ) Patient Safety Congress, Manchester Central Convention Complex, …
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Education Programme Updates from Practitioner Performance Advice
Compassionate Conversations In our fast-paced and challenging healthcare environment compassion isn’t simply a value, it’s a vital tool for fostering connection, trust, and resilience. The Compassionate Conversations programme, developed by Practitioner Performance Advice equips staff with the insights, tools and materials to harness the power …
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