The Ockenden Report into Maternity Services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust The Ockenden Report reviewing maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has been published today. You can access the report here: Donna Ockenden, a senior midwife, at the head of the investigation, and her team, spoke with women and their families about […]
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The Donna Ockenden Investigation into / ITV News Report regarding Maternity Care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust As we have blogged before, Donna Ockenden, a senior midwife, was appointed to lead the investigation into maternity care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. The report into this investigation is due to be published on 24 June […]
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Successful Employers’ Liability Claim Following Toxic Fume Exposure in a Welfare Vehicle – Case Study Outcome: Claim settled in the claimant’s favour (pre-trial) Area: Employers’ Liability: hazardous fumes, unsafe work equipment, inadequate welfare facilities Defendant: Local council When employers fail to act on safety warnings or provide properly maintained equipment, the consequences for employees can […]
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Cervical Screening Awareness Week: 15–21 June 2026 Every year, Cervical Screening Awareness Week shines a spotlight on the importance of cervical screening and the life-saving role it plays in detecting abnormalities before they develop into cervical cancer. For many women, attending a smear test can feel uncomfortable or easy to postpone. However, regular cervical screening […]
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Phoenix Legal Limited Secures £4,000 Housing Disrepair Settlement for Tenant The Housing Disrepair team at Phoenix Legal Limited has successfully secured a £4,000 housing disrepair settlement against a landlord, achieving a positive outcome for our client both financially and in terms of their living conditions. Successful Housing Disrepair Claim Against a Landlord The Defendant landlord […]
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Offensive Behaviour of Maternity Staff at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust Today, the BBC has reported that midwives at a maternity unit in Nottingham, currently the subject of the largest ever maternity inquiry, used appallingly offensive terms to refer to patients. The acronym “FOH” was reportedly used to indicate which women they wanted to leave […]
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Successful County Court Judgment Enforcement: Charging Orders Secured Against Defendant’s Properties Phoenix Legal Solicitors recently achieved a successful outcome for our client through swift and decisive enforcement action following non-payment of a County Court Judgment (CCJ). This case highlights the importance of acting promptly when a judgment debtor fails to pay, and how effective enforcement […]
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Engineered Stone Silicosis Claims in the UK: The Growing Health Crisis Linked to Quartz Worktops Engineered stone worktops have become one of the most popular choices in modern kitchens across the UK. Marketed as stylish, durable and affordable, these quartz-based surfaces are now at the centre of a growing occupational health crisis that experts are […]
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Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness May is both Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month and serves as a timely reminder, as the weather becomes warmer, to cover up in the sun and use sun protection cream to help reduce the risk of developing skin cancer. There are different types of skin cancer, with the most […]
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Deaf Awareness Week and Gentamicin-Induced Hearing Loss As Deaf Awareness Week 2026 has just passed, it remains an important opportunity to continue conversations about inclusion, communication access, and hearing health. The annual awareness campaign celebrates British deaf culture, community and history, while also encouraging greater understanding of hearing loss and the importance of early support. […]