Health Minister believed only one inquiry was carried out after Thawley death, court hears

Health Minister Simon Harris considered only one investigation had been carried out into the death at the National Maternity Hospital (NMH) of a woman during ectopic pregnancy surgery before he decided a statutory inquiry should be held, the High Court heard.

Health Minister believed only one inquiry was carried out after Thawley death, court hears

Ann O'Loughlin

Health Minister Simon Harris considered only one investigation had been carried out into the death at the National Maternity Hospital (NMH) of a woman during ectopic pregnancy surgery before he decided a statutory inquiry should be held, the High Court heard.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Subscribe to access all of the Irish Examiner.

Annual €130 €80

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited