Trust pays compensation after infection in water supply linked to patient deaths

Trust pays compensation after infection in water supply linked to patient deaths

By Liz Wells 21 August 2025

Health bosses at the Royal Papworth Hospital, in Cambridge, have paid out compensation after nine transplant patients contracted a serious bacterial infection linked to a hospital’s water supply.

NHS compensation hits record of almost £3bn

By Lee Peart 18 February 2025

The NHS paid out a record £2.8bn in compensation in 2024/25, over double the £1.2bn paid out in 2014/15, according to new research.

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frederica-diamanta

Assistant Director, Children and Families

up to £105,680

Hartlepool, Durhamup to £105,680

RECRUITER: Hartlepool Borough Council

Senior Social Worker

£41,771 - £47,181 per annum pro rata

Gloucestershire£41,771 - £47,181 per annum pro rata

RECRUITER: Gloucestershire County Council

Procurement Manager - Part Time

£24,000 per year (£40,000 FTE)

Bath, Somerset£24,000 per year (£40,000 FTE)

RECRUITER: Alongside

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