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Guidelines for the NHS: In support of the Memorandum of Understanding - Investigating patient safety incidents involving unexpected death or serious untoward harm

A protocol for liaison and effective communications between the National Health Service, Association of Chief Police Officers and the Health & Safety Executive

These guidelines provide practical advice to NHS organisations about what to do when faced with a patient safety incident or incidents that may require investigation by the police and/or Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

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