Press release 19/11/2014 MPS opposes GMC plans for harsher punishments Preview Article MPS opposes GMC plans for harsher punishments Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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 Read more Article contains Text
Press release 10/11/2014 Rise in calls to MPS from practitioners concerned about CQC inspections Preview Article Rise in calls to MPS from practitioners concerned about CQC inspections Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Rise in calls to MPS from practitioners concerned about CQC inspections Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 23/10/2014 Guidance on treating suspected cases of Ebola Preview Article Guidance on treating suspected cases of Ebola Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This guidance from MPS has been prepared in light of the current concerns about the Ebola virus. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Use Guidelines
Press release 23/10/2014 Medical Innovation Bill a serious threat to doctor-patient relationsh... Preview Article Medical Innovation Bill a serious threat to doctor-patient relationship, says MPS Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 20/10/2014 MPS survey: GMC investigations impact on the health of 72% of doctors Preview Article MPS survey: GMC investigations impact on the health of 72% of doctors Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 17/10/2014 MPS calls for safeguards on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors Preview Article MPS calls for safeguards on a new offence of wilful neglect on doctors Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 15/10/2014 MPS notes Healthwatch England’s ‘Suffering in silence' report Preview Article MPS notes Healthwatch England’s ‘Suffering in silence' report Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 12/10/2014 MPS encourages doctors to ensure patients understand online medical r... Preview Article MPS encourages doctors to ensure patients understand online medical records Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 09/10/2014 MPS survey: Consent an issue for practices involved in seven day GP a... Preview Article MPS survey: Consent an issue for practices involved in seven day GP access trial Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 17/09/2014 MPS says the Medical Innovation Bill is unnecessary Preview Article MPS says the Medical Innovation Bill is unnecessary Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 02/09/2014 MPS reminds doctors of duty to children who lack capacity Preview Article MPS reminds doctors of duty to children who lack capacity Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 22/08/2014 Creating an open reporting culture in the NHS Preview Article Creating an open reporting culture in the NHS Close Preview Sir Robert Francis QC is heading up an independent review into creating the open and honest reporting culture in the NHS. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Generic Medicine Whistleblowing
Press release 06/08/2014 Half of junior doctors have quality care concerns – supportive open c... Preview Article Half of junior doctors have quality care concerns – supportive open culture needed Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview 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... Read more Article contains Text
Press release 30/07/2014 MPS responds to DH report on Medical Innovation Bill – the Bill is st... Preview Article MPS responds to DH report on Medical Innovation Bill – the Bill is still unnecessary Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 20/06/2014 Doctors’ obligations remain unchanged after DNR ruling, says MPS Preview Article Doctors’ obligations remain unchanged after DNR ruling, says MPS Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 11/06/2014 MPS disappointed as criminal sanction for wilful neglect added to Cou... Preview Article MPS disappointed as criminal sanction for wilful neglect added to Courts Bill Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 08/05/2014 MPS believes whistleblowers’ complaints should be taken more seriously Preview Article MPS believes whistleblowers’ complaints should be taken more seriously Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 31/03/2014 MPS opposes new criminal sanctions and urges government rethink Preview Article MPS opposes new criminal sanctions and urges government rethink Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 20/03/2014 MPS notes Healthwatch England’s report into the complex nature of the... Preview Article MPS notes Healthwatch England’s report into the complex nature of the NHS complaint system Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview The current complaints process can be confusing; there needs to be clarity and support for GP practices, trusts and patients. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 07/03/2014 MPS comments on duty of candour review Preview Article MPS comments on duty of candour review Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 19/02/2014 'Opportunity to address concerns' - MPS responds to decision to delay... Preview Article 'Opportunity to address concerns' - MPS responds to decision to delay care.data Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 18/02/2014 MPS highlights prescribing as one of the top risks in general practice Preview Article MPS highlights prescribing as one of the top risks in general practice Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 17/02/2014 MPS surveys of GPs and public reveal lack of information around care... Preview Article MPS surveys of GPs and public reveal lack of information around care data Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 06/02/2014 A year since Francis - MPS warns current policy at risk of sustaining... Preview Article A year since Francis - MPS warns current policy at risk of sustaining culture of fear Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview 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. Read more Article contains Text