Francis Inquiry – report and reaction

The Francis Inquiry reported its results and recommendations on 6^th February 2013. Here are a few links that you might find helpful:

Francis Inquiry website 

Francis Inquiry Final Report 2013 - The final report 
 

Previous Inquiry 2010

Previous Inquiry 2010 from Department of Health - acceptance of the 18 recommendations 

Stafford Hospital Inquiry Timeline (from the BBC) 

As you can imagine a great number of health-related organisations published an immediate response to the report. However in general there will need to be a period of analysis and reflection until anything substantive is developed.

Here are some resources that you might want to monitor:

The Guardian

The Essential Guide  - background information from the Guardian.

On-going articles from the Guardian regarding the Mid Staffordshire NHS Trust 

Department of Health

News and statements 

Prime Minister’s Statement 

Nuffield Trust

Analysis and Resources - This includes papers submitted to the inquiry, including topics such as:

• Structure and organisation of the NHS
• Regulation
• Commissioning
• Training and development.

King’s Fund

Blog entries and articles relating to the publication of the report and background information.

Creating the Right Culture of Care - resources relating to factors that the King’s Trust has identified as contributing to a culture of care.

British Medical Association

Here you can find the BMA’s response as well as commentary and analysis. 

Royal College of Nursing

FAQ page 

Royal College of General Practitioners

Further resources including an overview of the report and policy statement on whistle blowing.

NHS Confederation

Response and support initiatives for members.

More resources and publications.