Overview

With the first commencement orders being passed, the Health and Social Care Act is starting to take effect. While much effort and attention will be given to the reforms, this month's update focuses on the continuing daily concerns. Whether it's information governance, the transfer of mental health patients or health and safety measures, the issues explored in this update underline the risks of non compliance. Under discussion are:

• NHS management: procurement; information governance; equality; commissioning; the supply of medicines; health and safety.


• Employment: costs in the employment tribunal; two recent employment cases.


• Patient matters: patient choice; fertility issues; funding; provision of treatment and care; Mental Health Act; human rights.


• Inquests

For the full details on these areas, click 'View Briefing'.