Fresh inquiry ordered into death after reports are rejected

NHS England has ordered a new independent investigation into the death of an autistic man nearly 10 years ago, after a previous report was effectively quashed.

Anthony Dawson died aged 64 from a burst gastric ulcer in an NHS-run care home in May 2015. An inquest found there were gross failings in his care, and his death was contributed to by neglect.

NHS England commissioned an independent investigation in 2017 from Sancus Solutions at a cost of £25,000. But its report — which went through seven drafts — was heavily criticised by Anthony’s sister, Julia, who said the drafts had significant factual errors and ignored aspects of his care.

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Source: HSJ, 19 November, 2024