29th May 2025
Belfast Trust has confirmed to patients impacted by the Neurology Recall that the date for issuing legal proceedings against the Trust has been extended to 21 June 2026. This is the timeframe available to anyone treated by former Consultant Neurologist Michael Watt in the Health and Social Care system and it does not include those who received treatment on a private basis at any other healthcare facility. Further information regarding compensation for those considering legal proceedings can be found on the Department of Health website.
You can find further information below:
Information on Neurology patient recall: Phase 1
Information on Neurology patient recall: Phase 2
Summary report for all 3 cohorts
The full Trust response to the Independent Neurology Inquiry report
Patient advice leaflet: Support for those impacted by the Neurology Recall