All organisations registered with CQC in England and most health and social organisations in Scotland must comply with the statutory duty of candour.
It applies to organisations rather than individual doctors, but individuals still have an ethical and professional duty to be honest and open with patients when something goes wrong. It is expected that an organisation's staff cooperate to ensure its obligations under the statutory duty of candour are met.
Watch our webinar to learn about the ethical and statutory duties of candour.
This page was correct at publication on 25/04/2022. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.