Other related deaths
PFD Category
Reports: 776
Areas: 72
Earliest: Aug 2013
Latest: 6 Mar 2026
75% response rate (above 62% average). 38% of classified responses show concrete action taken. Reports fell 26% from 91 (2023) to 67 (2024).
PFD Reports
776 resultsMark Townsend
All Responded
2025-0512
13 Oct 2025
South Yorkshire West
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club
Concerns summary
Stewards' lack of awareness regarding the nearest radio location caused delays in summoning medical assistance, posing a future risk for timely emergency response.
Action taken summary
Sheffield Wednesday Football Club disputes that the brief delay in radio communication indicates an unsafe system, noting the inquest found no causative failings. They state they will continue existin
Sarah Healey
All Responded
2025-0520
11 Oct 2025
West Sussex, Brighton and Hove
Department of Health and Social Care
Concerns summary
Inadequate information sharing and a lack of a joined-up approach across health services for mental health patients with physical issues led to fragmented care. Over-reliance on remote appointments may fail vulnerable individuals.
Action taken summary
The Department of Health and Social Care notes there are no plans to develop a national policy on mandatory face-to-face appointments. They are working with NHS England on new Personalised Care Framew
Pamela Singh
All Responded
2025-0473
18 Sep 2025
South Wales Central
Minister for Health and Social Care in …
Concerns summary
There is a lack of specific practice tools for family and care staff to recognise and escalate acute health deterioration in people with learning disabilities, despite national recommendations for such tools.
Action taken summary
The Welsh Government has incorporated annual health checks for people with learning disabilities into the GP Wales core contract from April 2025, providing additional funding to health boards. They ar
Brian Davies
All Responded
2025-0631
17 Sep 2025
Swansea Neath & Port Talbot
HSE
South Wales Police
Concerns summary
The investigation into a domestic explosion was compromised by police disposing of critical debris. There was no understanding of evidence preservation or protocol between police and HSE for such events.
Action taken summary
The HSE will raise the coroner's concerns at the WRDP National Liaison Committee, recommend refresher communications to all signatory organisations, provide updates on national training material devel
John Franklin
No Identified Response
2025-0474
16 Sep 2025
Worcestershire
Worcestershire County Council
Concerns summary
A high-risk falls patient was discharged home before a careline pendant was confirmed as installed, with conflicting records on its provision, raising concerns about safety post-discharge.
Linda Sharp
All Responded
2025-0468
15 Sep 2025
East Riding and Hull
President of the Royal College of Gener…
Concerns summary
Relying solely on a low Wells score is a fundamentally flawed approach to exclude deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus, potentially leading to missed diagnoses.
Action taken summary
The Royal College of General Practitioners acknowledges the misinterpretation of the Wells score in this case and has commissioned an e-learning module to highlight its correct interpretation. This mo
Air India Boeing 787
No Identified Response
2025-0575
10 Sep 2025
Inner West London
Communities and Local Government
Department of Health and Social Care
Departmet for Housing
Concerns summary
Mortuaries demonstrate an under-appreciation of formalin dangers, lacking routine monitoring and appropriate equipment for handling highly contaminated repatriated bodies, exposing staff to severe health risks.
Maureen Gilbert
All Responded
2025-0456
8 Sep 2025
Derby and Derbyshire
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State …
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Concerns summary
Identified flood defence measures for Tapton Terrace were not implemented due to cost, leaving the area vulnerable to flooding and posing a continued risk to life, especially for residents.
Action taken summary
Derbyshire County Council is exploring the feasibility of removing an access bridge over the River Rother and constructing a Flood Alleviation Scheme on Spital Brook, having submitted two grant fundin
Marcia Grant
Partially Responded
2025-0447
3 Sep 2025
South Yorkshire (West)
Chief Executive
Department for Education
Secretary of State for Education
+1 more
Concerns summary
A shortage of foster placements, combined with inadequate documentation, poor communication of risks, and a failure to assess risks to carers, led to an unsuitable child placement.
Action taken summary
The Department for Education has launched a national recruitment campaign, established regional support hubs, and invested in a foster carer retention model. They have allocated significant new fundin
Lucy-Anne Dyson
All Responded
2025-0451
3 Sep 2025
Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton
Department for Education
Concerns summary
A lack of national interface for safeguarding system communication between schools and agencies, coupled with inconsistent referral guidance, risks missed or inadequate child protection actions.
Action taken summary
The Department for Education is committed to developing a new children’s social care data platform to enable more effective information sharing and working with other departments to digitise domestic
Gabriella Jaiyesimi
All Responded
2025-0444
26 Aug 2025
Inner North London
Chief Executive Security Industry Autho…
Chief Executive Total Security Services…
Chief Executive Tesco PLC
Concerns summary
Tesco staff, including duty managers, lacked basic first aid and CPR training, resulting in a failure to recognize cardiac arrest, perform life-saving actions, or effectively communicate crucial information to emergency services.
Action taken summary
Total Security Services clarified that their security officers are not contractually required by Tesco to provide first aid, as Tesco has its own provision. TSS expects officers to follow existing SIA
Peter Ramsden
All Responded
2025-0467
8 Jul 2025
City of Kingston Upon Hull and the County of the East Riding of Yorkshire
Communities and Local Government
Secretary of State for the Home Departm…
Ministry of Housing
Concerns summary
A legal lacuna prevents police, paramedics, or fire services from forcing entry for welfare checks if a medical problem is suspected, hindering prompt, potentially life-saving treatment for incapacitated individuals.
Action taken summary
The department clarifies that Fire and Rescue Authorities (FRAs) possess statutory powers of entry under the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004 for emergencies, including welfare checks, and that these
Richard Osman
All Responded
2025-0311
5 Jun 2025
Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire
European Aviation Safety Agency
Stewarts Law
Department for Transport
+1 more
Concerns summary
Cockpit fire/smoke procedures need a full review for oxygen fire recognition and protective equipment. International civil aviation investigation protocols require amendment for state participation and final report timelines.
Action taken summary
The Department for Transport stated that ICAO has already amended Annex 13 (SARP 5.1.3) to allow states to request takeover of investigations if no report is produced within thirty days. They do not b
Eric Swaffer, Izabela Lechowicz, Khun Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, Nusara Suknamai and Kaveporn Punpare
All Responded
2025-0266
30 May 2025
Leicester City and South Leicestershire
European Union Aviation Safety Authority
Civil Aviation Authority
Concerns summary
The design and safety supervision of helicopters are concerning, specifically regarding the inadequate provision of system and flight-testing data from aircraft manufacturers to suppliers for assessing critical components.
Action taken summary
The CAA has adopted updates to Acceptable Means of Compliance for CS-27 and CS-29 regarding rolling contact fatigue in critical bearings. It has also initiated rulemaking projects to update the UK reg
Raymond Mills
All Responded
2025-0199
24 Apr 2025
Norfolk
Department for Transport
Concerns summary
No clear system exists to determine ownership and responsibility for shipwrecks accessible to the public, resulting in a lack of essential warning signage and an inability to address safety concerns.
Action taken summary
The Department for Transport states it does not own the SS VINA wreck, having sold it in 1957, and therefore has no legal responsibility for it. They are not proposing to take any further action.
Abdulrahman Alajmi
Partially Responded
2025-0192
16 Apr 2025
Inner West London
Home Office
NHS England
Department of Health and Social Care
+1 more
Concerns summary
UK hospitals lack a set procedure for accepting international patients, often receiving individuals sicker than anticipated due to inaccurate information and insufficient systems for safe transfer and treatment.
Action taken summary
NHS England states the concerns regarding international patient acceptance procedures are outside their remit and have been directed to DHSC and FCDO. They have informed the host ICB of the case and n
Joel Ineson
All Responded
2025-0183
10 Apr 2025
Sunderland
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Health and Safety Executive
Concerns summary
Organised open water swimming events lack clear safety responsibilities, specific briefings, participant oversight, and regulatory guidance, creating significant unmanaged risks.
Action taken summary
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport acknowledges existing initiatives like the 'Beyond Swim' accreditation scheme and Swim England's new open water swimming leader training course. The Ministe
Ruth Pingree
All Responded
2025-0177
8 Apr 2025
Suffolk
Home Office
Communities and Local Government
Ministry of Housing
Concerns summary
Fire safety regulations for paid accommodation lack clear standards, mandatory records, and specific risk assessment guidance, leading to potential shortcuts and misunderstandings by proprietors.
Action taken summary
The Government has enhanced the legal status of fire safety guidance through the Building Safety Act and introduced new regulations requiring fire risk assessments to be recorded in all cases, effecti
Marta Vento
All Responded
2025-0137
11 Mar 2025
Dorset
HMPPS
NHS Dorset
National Police Chiefs’ Council
+2 more
Concerns summary
No formal process exists for prisons to share critical in-prison behavioural and mental health information with sentencing courts. Additionally, national guidance is lacking for ensuring continuity of care for released prisoners with mental health needs.
Action taken summary
NHS England will issue new national guidance by end of 2024/25 for safe discharge of prisoners with mental health needs, including supporting sharing of mental health crisis plans via the National Rec
Matthew Lynch
All Responded
2025-0119
4 Mar 2025
Birmingham and Solihull
Provident Housing
Birmingham City Council
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health N…
Concerns summary
The internal investigation was inadequate, and barriers exist to proper Mental Health Act assessments. There's poor information sharing between agencies regarding residents, and support workers require more focused mental health training.
Action taken summary
The Trust has interviewed the CPN regarding the attempted visit, reviewed its Did Not Attend policy to prevent patient discharge due to non-contact, and reminded all clinical staff to accurately recor
Anne Towlson
All Responded
2025-0116
10 Feb 2025
Rutland and North Leicestershire
Department of Health and Social Care
Concerns summary
Concerns arise from the inability to obtain medical records or information from the Turkish hospital regarding fitness for surgery, alongside inadequate post-operative care and communication for a patient undergoing cosmetic surgery abroad.
Action taken summary
The DHSC is considering the impact of medical tourism on patient safety and is engaging with the Turkish Government to improve the patient pathway. They are also considering how to better inform UK na
Fahmida Khanam
All Responded
2025-0039
22 Jan 2025
West Yorkshire (East)
General Medical Council
Concerns summary
A doctor treated a close relative, breaching the cardinal principle of medical ethics.
Action taken summary
Saville Town Medical Centre will immediately adopt a protocol/procedure to ensure GPs do not treat immediate family members, aligning with GMC guidelines. The GMC clarifies that their guidance advises
David Haw
All Responded
2024-0698
20 Dec 2024
Dorset
Royal Yachting Association
Department for Transport
Concerns summary
The provided text is incomplete and does not contain discernible coroner's concerns regarding future deaths.
Action taken summary
The RYA disputes the need for legislative changes, arguing current laws are adequate and that event organising authorities are not best placed to manage certain risks. It will, however, work with orga
Fehim Ahmet
All Responded
2024-0683
11 Dec 2024
Inner North London
Network Agencies Estate Agents
National Trading Standards
Concerns summary
Estate agents lack industry standards or guidance for informing tenants about property hazards, such as unsafe accessible flat roofs, and failed to follow up on prior complaints.
Action taken summary
HSE clarifies its role as Britain's workplace health and safety regulator, noting that letting agents have duties under HSWA. It suggests that the letting industry may consider issuing guidance on pas
Emily Lewis
All Responded
2024-0634
15 Nov 2024
Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton
Associated British Ports
UK Harbour Master’s Association
UK Major Ports Group
+7 more
Concerns summary
Inconsistent regulations for high-speed RIB operations, inadequate craft design for passenger safety, poor forward visibility, and insufficient risk management systems contribute to serious impact and vibration injuries. Licensing arrangements and interim safety measures are needed.
Action taken summary
The Royal Yachting Association plans to release a revised edition of its "Small High Speed Passenger Vessel Voluntary Code of Practice" after the finalised MCA Sport and Pleasure Vessel Code is publis