Trust pledges improvements after review of patients who committed murder

NHS England commissioned reviews which examined the cases, dating from 2007 to 2011.

An accompanying report identified commons themes, which highlighted substandard practice regarding aspects of diagnoses and treatment, electronic record keeping, and working with people with substance abuse issues.

Papers for the January trust board meeting said of one of the six patients, identified as Mr L: “The care and treatment offered were generally of a good standard although there were some missed opportunities. Mr L was not screened or offered treatment for his substance abuse during the third episode of care. The trust was unaware that Mr L had an extensive criminal history.”