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NHS Medical Negligence Liabilities Surge to £60 Billion

10/17/2025

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The National Health Service (NHS) medical negligence liabilities have reached £60 billion.
Childbirth injury claims average over £11 million each, driving the rise.
The liabilities have quadrupled since 2006-07.
The National Audit Office (NAO) reports obstetric claims were the most expensive at £1.6 billion.
The government plans a 10-year health plan focused on patient safety.

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The National Health Service (NHS) medical negligence liabilities have reached £60 billion.
Childbirth injury claims average over £11 million each, driving the rise.
The liabilities have quadrupled since 2006-07.
The National Audit Office (NAO) reports obstetric claims were the most expensive at £1.6 billion.
The government plans a 10-year health plan focused on patient safety.