Martha's Rule expanded to all A&E departments across England
General

Martha's Rule expanded to all A&E departments across England

1 hours ago · Originally published 21 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Martha's Rule rolled out across all A&E departments in England
Martha's Rule is being rolled out to every A&E department in England, allowing patients and families to request an urgent clinical review if they feel their concerns about a deteriorating condition are not being heard. Named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, who died from sepsis after her family's concerns went unheeded, the policy aims to ensure patient voices are central to hospital care. The rollout will be completed by March 2028, following successful trials in seven NHS trusts.
Source: BBC News UK National
Read the full story
Report this article