26/11/2025
We have virtually attended the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust open Board meeting this morning. The Board discussed the findings of the review and the actions the Trust is taking in response.
Following the session, the Board will also spend time discussing quality, safety and trust more broadly across the organisation and other areas of challenge including infection control and prevention, risks from the implementation of EPR, incident reporting, and being able to respond to complaints and investigations in a more timely way. They will also consider the broader environment they are operating in - including the ongoing regulatory actions, the forthcoming CQC well-led review, and the early findings of a financial review - and what this means for collective responsibilities as a Board.
Earlier this year, County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust began their review into its breast surgery services. You can find information about the review below: https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/about-us/quality-and-safety/breast-surgery-services-review
If you've been affected and require support, trained professionals are available to help patients who feel worried, distressed, or unsure about anything related to their care. You can:
Call: 0191 3332126 or;
Email: cddft.breastservices@nhs.uk
