Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch: Annual Review 2018/19

Summary

The Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch (HSIB) conducts independent investigations into patient safety concerns in NHS-funded care across England. Formed in April 2017, they are funded by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and hosted by NHS Improvement , but operate independently. 

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Overview in numbers (2018/19)

• 12 national investigations launched.
• 440 maternity referrals received.
• 100 safety awareness notifications submitted for national investigations.
• 127 investigators trained.
• 174 members of staff recruited.