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Dying patients ‘let down’ by poor communication, says ombudsman

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The Independent UK

Dying patients face ‘avoidable distress’ due to poor communication from professionals – report

Patients and their families are being let down by poor communication at the end of their lives, report warns

The Independent UK

Poor communication for dying patients causing ‘avoidable distress’

An ombudsman has warned breakdowns in communication can impact the immediate care of a patient and lead to ‘severe consequences’ for their families.

The Independent UK

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Andy Burnham backtracks on paying compensation to Waspi women

He earlier said they ‘deserve some recompense’, but has now rowed back on that position

The Independent UK

Knife attack could have been prevented with better mental health care, report finds

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The Independent UK

Man stabbed innocent victim after receiving ‘poor mental health care’, investigation finds

The PHSO said there were a “series” of failings in the 12 months running up to the incident in November 2020

The Independent UK

Teenager asked by NHS staff to tell his deaf mother her father was dying, damning report finds

The ombudsman has raised its concerns about access to BSL interpreters with NHS England

The Independent UK

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Voices: Yet another stinging betrayal for the Waspi women

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: In U-turn after U-turn, Labour’s dizzying inconstancy shows a staggering disregard for millions of women who are owed what they have worked for all their lives

The Independent UK

Hospital trust slammed by watchdog after woman dies while waiting almost three months for cancer treatment

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust figures show that at the end of August, 664 patients were waiting longer than 62 days to confirm a cancer diagnosis, or rule it out, and begin treatment

The Independent UK

How ‘delay after delay’ at Essex hospital led to early death of cancer patient

The retired history teacher from Chelmsford passed away in 2023

The Independent UK

Disabled father died from sepsis after pleas ‘dismissed’ by hospital staff

The father of two died after waiting 34 hours for antibiotics in hospital

The Independent UK

WASPI Campaign Secures DWP Reconsideration Deal: Compensation Decision by February 2026

The DWP has agreed to reconsider compensation for millions of WASPI women following a legal settlement, with a fresh decision expected by February 2026.

International Business Times UK

Father-of-seven died after doctors failed to disclose prognosis

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The Independent UK

Doctors failed to tell father-of-seven he was terminally ill, probe finds

William Chapman only discovered he had deadly pulmonary fibrosis during a conversation with his GP.

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The Independent UK

‘Doctors said my dad would be ok after getting Covid. It turned out his illness was terminal’

Father-of seven William Chapman only discovered he had deadly pulmonary fibrosis when his GP – who thought he already knew his prognosis – mentioned it during a phone call

The Independent UK

What compensation could Waspi women be entitled to and why is it controversial?

New evidence has come to light, the work and pensions secretary says

The Guardian - UK

UK to reconsider decision to deny Waspi women pension payouts

Millions born in 1950s lost out because of government failings over changes to state retirement age, campaigners say

The Guardian - UK

Windrush officials must improve after neglecting dying woman’s claim, says ombudsman

Scheme ordered to pay £25,000 to Caroline Tobierre’s family who were ‘consumed’ by battle for compensation at end of her life

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Evening Standard

Windrush scheme failings ’caused woman to miss time with mother before death’

It comes after a 2024 PHSO report highlighted that the scheme was making wrong decisions and withholding payments in some cases.

Evening Standard

MPs receive reports on Charity Commission’s failings in sexual abuse probes

The Charity Commission was told to review its handling of cases, risk assessment guidance and communication.

Evening Standard

Charity watchdog launched legal action to stop MPs seeing sexual abuse report

A Charity Commission investigation into sexual abuse complaints at charities is set to be presented to MPs next week.

The National (Scotland)

Poll shows collapse in support for Labour from Waspi women

WASPI women have said they feel "totally abandoned" by the UK Government, with a new poll showing almost nine in 10 think Labour have…

International Business Times UK

WASPI Women Latest Update: Government Still Thinks It's Too Costly To Compensate Group - Can They Still Win This?

WASPI women challenge Labour's refusal of £10.5bn pension compensation in High Court, citing DWP maladministration. Can they force a U-turn?

International Business Times UK

WASPI Women Secure £2,950 Payouts: Historic Compensation Scheme Rolls Out in 2025

Millions of 1950s-born women will receive £2,950 compensation for pension age mishandling. Check eligibility and share your story

The Guardian - UK

Patients dying of sepsis because medics too slow to spot it, warns NHS watchdog

Recognition remains an ‘urgent safety risk’ and relatives’ concerns are too often ignored, says Health Services Safety Investigations Body

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