NHS England Publishes Full Report on Valdo Calocane's Care Failures

NHS England is facing pressure from the families of victims killed by Valdo Calocane to release a full report on his mental health care, following his conviction for the murders of three individuals during a knife rampage in June 2023. Currently, only a summary of the independent mental health homicide report will be published, while the full version remains confidential due to data protection laws, accessible only to Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Families have labeled the killings as a result of 'catastrophic missed opportunities' in the healthcare system and have emphasized the need for transparency in the interests of public safety. Adviser Radd Seiger, representing the families, has urged NHS England to reconsider their stance, arguing that full disclosure is crucial for accountability and future safety. NHS England maintains that it is bound by confidentiality and data protection legislation in handling such reports. Meanwhile, a previous report by the Care Quality Commission highlighted systemic failures in the mental health services provided to Calocane, raising concerns over risk assessments related to his care.