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Written question asked by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Thursday, 10 December 2015, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 24 December 2015. It was answered by Lord Prior of Brampton (Conservative) on Thursday, 17 December 2015 on behalf of the Department of Health.


NHS 111: East Midlands

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Prior of Brampton on 28 October (HL2778), what has been the outcome of the investigation into "serious allegations" about the 111 service in the East Midlands.

Answer

We understand that NHS England has received a detailed and independent report on the whistle-blower’s allegations about the NHS 111 services in Derbyshire which is currently being considered. NHS England will formally respond later this month. We are assured that no immediate risks to patient care have been identified and local commissioners report that service levels are effective and appropriate.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL4456
Session
2015-16
Related items
NHS 111: East Midlands
Wednesday, 28 October 2015
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
East Midlands NHS 111
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk