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Press release 19/11/2014

MPS opposes GMC plans for harsher punishments

MPS opposes GMC plans for harsher punishments

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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) opposes the GMC’s proposals to change its sanctions guidance and effectively dilute the discretion of Fitness to Practise Panels

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Press release 23/10/2014

Medical Innovation Bill a serious threat to doctor-patient relationsh...

Medical Innovation Bill a serious threat to doctor-patient relationship, says MPS

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Ahead of the debate in the House of Lords on Friday 24 October, the Medical Protection Society (MPS) reiterates its opposition to the Medical Innovation Bill as it has the danger to inhibit responsible innovation, give false reassurance to doctors, and damage the doctor-patient relationship.

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Press release 20/10/2014

MPS survey: GMC investigations impact on the health of 72% of doctors

MPS survey: GMC investigations impact on the health of 72% of doctors

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A Medical Protection Society (MPS) survey of 180 doctors investigated by the General Medical Council in the last five years found that almost three quarters (72%) believed the investigation had a detrimental impact on their mental and/or physical health.

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Press release 17/10/2014

MPS calls for safeguards on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors

MPS calls for safeguards on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors

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Ahead of the debate in the House of Lords on 20th October on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors, the Medical Protection Society (MPS) continues to call for safeguards to prevent damaging consequences to the professional lives of doctors.

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Press release 15/10/2014

MPS notes Healthwatch England’s ‘Suffering in silence' report

MPS notes Healthwatch England’s ‘Suffering in silence' report

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Dr Nick Clements, Head of Medical Services at MPS says: “It is worrying that three out of five patients and care users that complain about their treatment feel that the system is failing to address their concerns. A culture of openness in the NHS is critical to improving the quality and safety of patients.

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Press release 12/10/2014

MPS encourages doctors to ensure patients understand online medical r...

MPS encourages doctors to ensure patients understand online medical records

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While the Medical Protection Society (MPS) welcomes the significant increase in the percentage of patients who can access their medical records online, it is concerned that simply providing patients with access is not enough. MPS is urging doctors to also provide patients with the support they need to understand and use information safely, appropriately and effectively.

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Press release 09/10/2014

MPS survey: Consent an issue for practices involved in seven day GP a...

MPS survey: Consent an issue for practices involved in seven day GP access trial

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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) is encouraging GP practices participating in the government’s trial to provide seven day GP access and extended opening hours to be mindful of confidentiality if sharing medical records with other primary care services.

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Press release 17/09/2014

MPS says the Medical Innovation Bill is unnecessary

MPS says the Medical Innovation Bill is unnecessary

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In response to the recent Legislation to encourage Medical Innovation Dr Nick Clements, Head of Medical Services at MPS said, "The Bill is unnecessary. Current law already allows doctors acting responsibly to innovate without fear of clinical negligence claims, provided they have the support of a responsible body of peers and the patient’s informed consent. The Bill gives false reassurance to doctors over their legal position and could undermine clinical trials therefore disrupting medical research.

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Press release 02/09/2014

MPS reminds doctors of duty to children who lack capacity

MPS reminds doctors of duty to children who lack capacity

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Recent news stories have highlighted issues around treating a child who lacks capacity when the parents’ wishes conflict with doctors in terms of the child’s best interests.

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Press release 06/08/2014

Half of junior doctors have quality care concerns – supportive open c...

Half of junior doctors have quality care concerns – supportive open culture needed

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An MPS survey of over 1,000 newly qualified doctors has found that they continue to face professional and personal challenges on the wards.1 The survey of doctors who are just completing their first (FY1) and second year (FY2) as trainees reveals that...

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Press release 30/07/2014

MPS responds to DH report on Medical Innovation Bill – the Bill is st...

MPS responds to DH report on Medical Innovation Bill – the Bill is still unnecessary

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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) is interested to see that the Government is proposing amendments to reduce the risks of the Medical Innovation Bill; however it still believes the Bill is unnecessary.

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Press release 20/06/2014

Doctors’ obligations remain unchanged after DNR ruling, says MPS

Doctors’ obligations remain unchanged after DNR ruling, says MPS

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In wake of the recent Court of Appeal ruling on Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders the Medical Protection Society has received a number of enquiries from concerned members seeking clarification on the implications.

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Press release 11/06/2014

MPS disappointed as criminal sanction for wilful neglect added to Cou...

MPS disappointed as criminal sanction for wilful neglect added to Courts Bill

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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) responds to the government’s decision to add the new criminal sanctions for ill treatment or wilful neglect to the Criminal Justice and Courts Bill.

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Press release 08/05/2014

MPS believes whistleblowers’ complaints should be taken more seriously

MPS believes whistleblowers’ complaints should be taken more seriously

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Dr Nick Clements, Head of Medical Services at the Medical Protection Society said, 'MPS strongly believes that whistleblowers’ complaints should be taken more seriously to help achieve better care for patients in the NHS.

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Press release 31/03/2014

MPS opposes new criminal sanctions and urges government rethink

MPS opposes new criminal sanctions and urges government rethink

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The Medical Protection Society is calling on the government to rethink plans to introduce a new criminal offence for healthcare professionals for wilful neglect or ill-treatment.

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Press release 07/03/2014

MPS comments on duty of candour review

MPS comments on duty of candour review

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The Medical Protection Society (MPS) welcomes the importance placed on a culture of openness in the review of the threshold for the statutory duty of candour; but is concerned about when the duty will apply.

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Press release 19/02/2014

'Opportunity to address concerns' - MPS responds to decision to delay...

'Opportunity to address concerns' - MPS responds to decision to delay care.data

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Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, medicolegal adviser at the Medical Protection Society (MPS) said, 'MPS is pleased to see that the launch of care.data is being postponed by six months, which will give NHS England the opportunity to address the concerns that have been raised.

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Press release 18/02/2014

MPS highlights prescribing as one of the top risks in general practice

MPS highlights prescribing as one of the top risks in general practice

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Prescribing continues to be one of the top five risks in general practice based on Clinical Risk Self Assessments (CRSAs) conducted by the Medical Protection Society (MPS) at more than 150 practices across the UK and Ireland in 2013.

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Press release 17/02/2014

MPS surveys of GPs and public reveal lack of information around care...

MPS surveys of GPs and public reveal lack of information around care data

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A YouGov survey commissioned by the Medical Protection Society (MPS) has revealed that 67% of over 1400 respondents from England say they have not received the leaflet from NHS England explaining the new care.data system.1 Furthermore, 45% do not understand care.data from what they have read or heard.

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Press release 06/02/2014

A year since Francis - MPS warns current policy at risk of sustaining...

A year since Francis - MPS warns current policy at risk of sustaining culture of fear

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A year since the publication of the Francis Inquiry into Mid Staffs, the Medical Protection Society warns that the current policy direction may sustain a culture of fear in hospital wards instead of improving it.

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