healthcare update - issue nine
Welcome to the ninth edition of our healthcare update, the
easy and convenient way for professionals working across the
healthcare sector to stay up to date with legal developments. We
hope you will find the articles in this issue of interest.
Should you require any further information on any of the issues
or events in this edition, please feel free to contact us. We would
also be very pleased to hear from you with any views you have in
relation to the update generally.
Articles in this issue
Jackson Review proposes sweeping changes to costs regime
Lorna Hardman examines Lord Justice Jackson's proposals and how,
if implemented, they will have an impact on the way in which
clinical negligence cases are conducted.
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Carbon Reduction Commitment - don’t be an April fool!
In the second article of the series on CRC, Thomas Howard looks
at the registration and compliance requirements which are expected
to come into force on 1 April 2010.
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full article here
Consistency in community care
Joanne Cox discusses the importance of PCTs ensuring the correct
procedures, assessment tools and processes are in place, whilst not
losing sight of the wider picture, particularly in relation to
commissioning and governance issues.
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full article here
Coroners’ Rule 43 Reports “mandatory” in some cases
Neil Ward takes a look at the case of Karl Lewis and
what it means for Coroners, inquests and Rule 43
reports.
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full article here
NHS property sales for housing - a reminder for times of
economic recovery
With signs of recovery in the property market, Paul Olliff
reviews the additional restrictions imposed on disposals of surplus
land for redevelopment.
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Open all hours... ?
Emily Birkett considers the key points PCTs should be thinking
about when planning how they intend to provide a range of GP
practices in their area that offer both evening and weekend
appointments.
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full article here
New powers to deal with assaults on staff
Assaults on NHS staff members may be on the decline, but
the Government recognises that they are still far too prevalent.
Elaine Heaney looks at the new legislation aimed at dealing with
the problem.
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full article here
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