Properties
Alt label
- CNST
SES ID
- 9215
- 51980
Notation
- 9215
In scheme
Top concept of
Definition
- Handles all clinical negligence claims against member NHS bodies where the incident in question took place on or after 1 April 1995 (or when the body joined the scheme, if that is later). Although membership of the scheme is voluntary, all NHS Trusts (including Foundation Trusts) in England currently belong to the scheme. From 1st April 2013, independent sector providers of NHS care have been able to join CNST and cover under CNST was extended to include the cost of representation at inquests.