Every year, millions of people turn to A&E when they need urgent medical help. Doctors, nurses and other NHS staff often work under intense pressure. In most cases, patients receive the care and treatment they need.

Delays in medical care can have a serious impact on a patient’s health and wellbeing. This guide explains NHS delay medical negligence, when you may be able to make a claim and what the process involves.

The BBC Panorama documentary Maternity Failures: The Fight for Justice, broadcast on 1 June 2026, has brought renewed national attention to concerns surrounding maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.