Main findings

Main findings of Fitzgerald report

Main findings of Fitzgerald report

• System weaknesses in governance, management and communication within the HSE

• Inconsistency and lack of clarity in communications was the "inevitable result" of the deficiency in overall management of the review of patients' breast examinations

• No suggestion of wilful neglect by staff

• Communication was inconsistent, confused and sometimes contradictory

• No individuals named in report

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