Question:
To date how much legal costs have been incurred relating to the defence of the ongoing Employment Tribunal case, brought against NHS Fife?
Response:
NHS Fife can confirm that, as of 31 May 2025, a total of £220,465.93 has been incurred in legal costs relating to an ongoing Employment Tribunal case brought against the board. This figure includes Counsel fees and services provided by NHS Scotland’s Central Legal Office.
These costs will be reclaimed through the national Clinical Negligence and Other Risks Indemnity Scheme (CNORIS). Under CNORIS, NHS Fife’s financial liability is limited to £25,000, which ensures that the legal proceedings do not impact frontline clinical or patient services.
NHS Fife is not in a position to estimate the full cost of proceedings while the Tribunal remains ongoing.
