Annual statistics
403,696 deaths
Deaths scrutinised
Impact in 2024 Summary Medical examiners independently scrutinised over 403,696 deaths in 2024;
35,359 referrals
Referred to a coroner
Notifications to coroners Medical examiners reported notifying 35,359 deaths (9.3%) in England and 4,926 deaths (22.3%) in Wales to coroners after scrutiny.
9.3 %
Referred to a coroner (rate)
Notifications to coroners Medical examiners reported notifying 35,359 deaths (9.3%) in England and 4,926 deaths (22.3%) in Wales to coroners after scrutiny.
1,922 concerns
Patient safety concerns identified
In addition, 1,922 patient safety incidents in England were notified by medical examiner offices as a result of scrutiny.