David Squire
25 Jan 2019 · Coroner Emma Serrano · Black Country
A similar concern from this report was raised again 1 time later. See the linked reports.
The coroner's concerns
1. use of Section 17 leave for smoking patients
“Evidence emerged during the inquest which pointed towards two areas of concerns regarding the NHS England Guidance regarding smoke-free hospitals”
Linked reports
Closely relatedConfidence 0.80 · moderate
This report
“This guidance does not permit the proper use of Section 17 leave.”
Later report
“the NHS England smoke free policy is placing mental health in patients at an increased risk from self-harm and suicide”