NHS England spent £100m since 2003 resolving legal claims related to cancer

Figures obtained by Macmillan Cancer Support highlight claims due to delays, errors or inadequate care

The NHS in England has spent at least £100m resolving legal claims due to delays, errors or inadequate care related to cancer over the past 11 years, according to figures obtained by Macmillan Cancer Support.

Two-thirds of successful claims were from people who faced issues in getting diagnosed or starting treatment and as a result suffered physical and/or psychological consequences, leading the charity to urge improved early diagnosis.

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