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Use of do-not-resuscitate orders to be reviewed by care regulator

Thousands deprived of their liberty without proper assessment

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is to review how do not attempt resuscitation (DNAR) decisions were used during the coronavirus pandemic. The work, at the request of the Department of Health and Social Care, is expected to look at people’s experiences in care homes, primary care and hospitals. Earlier this year concerns were reported that…

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Deven Pamben
Deven Pamben has more than 15 years’ experience as a journalist, working on newspapers, trade magazines and online publications. A Criminology graduate, Deven worked for Hertfordshire Constabulary before becoming a journalist. He began his journalism career at a local newspaper in Hertfordshire before moving into trade magazines in permanent roles or as a freelancer. Titles he has reported and edited on include Law Society Gazette, Harpers Wine and Spirit, and Health Club Management. Deven has also written travel features for the Sunday People, and spent two years working in Beijing for the official press agency of the People’s Republic of China.