Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to the publication entitled, Venous thromboembolism, published by NHS Resolution on 29 March 2023, what steps he is taking to reduce the number of NHS settlements relating to venous thromboembolism injuries.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence published in March 2020 guidance for hospital staff and other professionals that covers diagnosing and effective treatment for people who develop deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. NHS England are actively reviewing how best to monitor venous thromboembolism prevention practices at a national level, working with key stakeholders including Thrombosis UK.