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NHS England to suspend staff accessing patient records without cause
NHS England is introducing an immediate suspension for employees in England believed to have accessed patient records without legitimate cause. Individuals facing suspicion will also have their access to NHS computer systems revoked, preventing any additional viewing of confidential information. Sir Jim Mackey, NHS England chief executive, has ordered all trusts to introduce these measures immediately.
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