Over 2,330 medical negligence claims against maternity units in past five years

Over 2,330 medical negligence claims against maternity units in past five years

The latest figures from the Department of Health reveal that 886 medical negligence claims against maternity units are considered active, meaning families are awaiting a resolution.

Sat, 22 Apr, 2023 - 02:00
Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent

Over 2,330 claims for medical negligence have been made against maternity units in the last five years, but under a third of the cases have been finalised.

The latest figures from the Department of Health reveal that 886 claims are considered active, meaning families are awaiting a resolution.

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