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Proceeding contribution from Baroness Royall of Blaisdon (Labour) in the House of Lords on Wednesday, 23 November 2005. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee proceeding on NHS Redress Bill [HL].


NHS Redress Bill [HL]

I understand the point being made by the noble Baroness. At the moment we believe such advice should be provided by PALS or ICAS. But ICAS or a similar body would have an expanded role and new, properly trained people working for the body would be able to provide the advice necessary. Clause 8 agreed to. Clause 9 [Assistance for individuals seeking redress under the scheme]:


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
675 c401GC 
Session
2005-06
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
Subjects
Complaints Compensation Civil proceedings Hospitals Legal representation NHS Patients Payments Negligence Solicitors Time limits Torts Patient advice and liaison services Health Service Commissioner NHS Litigation Authority Independent complaints advocacy services
Legislation
NHS Redress Bill (HL) 2005-06
Link
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