On Thu, 18 Sep 2003 11:31:27 +0100, Jim Whitaker
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>No rights for the next-of-kin,
But DPA1998 only repealed Access to Health Records Act 1990 in relation to
the living.
Relatives (dependents) of the deceased are still entitled to access records
relating to the cause of death IF they might be entitled to claim
compensation for death due to negligence.
Kirsty E Gray
Data Protection Officer
National Care Standards Commission
Note: comments for discussion and debate only and do not necessarily
reflect the corporate position of NCSC nor constitute legal advice.
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