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Family accepts £28m NHS payout for birth brain damage

Published Thursday, June 4, 2026 · Updated June 5

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The family of a six-year-old girl has accepted a £28m damages payout from Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust. The settlement, approved by the High Court, is intended to cover the lifetime care costs for the girl who suffered catastrophic brain damage due to negligence at Queen's Hospital in Romford.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The family of a six-year-old girl accepted £28m in damages from Barking, Havering and Redbridge university hospitals NHS trust.
  • The £28m payout is intended to cover the lifetime care costs for the girl who suffered catastrophic brain damage.
  • The settlement, approved by the High Court, includes a lump sum and annual payments.
  • The negligence leading to the brain damage occurred at Queen's Hospital in Romford.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The article highlights systemic failures in NHS maternity care, advocating for urgent government and NHS action to prevent repeated tragedies and improve patient safety.

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