Surgical Mesh Implants: Compensation
2026-06-25 · Department of Health and Social Care · 13630 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what progress the Department has made towards establishing a redress scheme for patients harmed by pelvic mesh implants since the publication of the Hughes Report.
Answer
The Government extends its deepest sympathies to all those affected by pelvic mesh, and recognises the profound, life‑changing impact these harms have had on individuals and their families. We know that for many, the consequences are ongoing and deeply fe...