Investigations, reviews and inquiries in the NHS: walking the tightrope - a seminar by Hailsham Chambers & Verita
Thursday 25 March 2010, The Old Hall, Lincoln's Inn, London
5.30pm - 7.15pm
This seminar received excellent feedback. The seminar covered the following:
Investigations, reviews and inquiries: what's the difference and does it matter?
Ed Marsden, Verita
• the investigative process
• different types of investigations and current trends
• the role of commissioners
Lessons from an inquiry chair
Jane Mishcon, Hailsham Chambers
• role of an inquiry chair
• factors that make the role easier
• and those that make it harder
Avoiding legal challenge
Derek Holwill, Hailsham Chambers
• scope of the terms of reference
• private versus public
• involving families
Saving time, money and reputations
Derek Mechen, Verita
• a clear remit
• the right team
• good project management
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