Williams Review: Gross negligence manslaughter in healthcare (June 2018)

Summary

The review makes recommendations to support a more just and learning culture in the healthcare system. This rapid policy review into gross negligence manslaughter in healthcare was chaired by Professor Sir Norman Williams. The review was set up to look at the wider patient safety impact of concerns among healthcare professionals that simple errors could result in prosecution for gross negligence manslaughter, even if they happen in the context of broader organisation and system failings.

Content

What will I learn?

• The process for investigating gross negligence manslaughter.
• Reflective practice of healthcare professionals.
• The regulation of healthcare professionals.

See also:

Patient Safety Learning: Our submission to Professor Sir Norman Williams Review

Written evidence from the Department of Health and Social Care:

Written evidence from DHSC.pdf