Storage, destruction and retention of records.
The storage of records is a significant cost to many NHS organizations and therefore a clear policy over retention and destruction is essential as part of any record management strategy. This article considers the legal time limits within which a court action must be commenced from the cause of action giving rise to claim in negligence for personal injuries and then discusses the guidance provided by the Department of Health.
Dimond
Bridgit
B
University of Glamorgan.
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