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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Health
Ella Pickover

Letby inquiry highlights need for NHS manager accountability – officials

The Thirlwall Inquiry has heard how managers were aware of concerns about Letby (Peter Byrne/PA) - (PA Wire)

It is “vital” that action is taken to strengthen the accountability of NHS managers after wrongdoing in the health service including the Lucy Letby case and the infected blood scandal, health leaders have said.

A new consultation document seeks views on the regulation of NHS managers including whether those who have conducted serious misconduct should be barred and whether there should be a professional register of managers.

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