Calls for a UK-wide statutory inquiry are intensifying following new allegations linking former neurosurgeon Professor Sam Eljamel to the Walton Centre in Liverpool. Eljamel, previously suspended from NHS Tayside after multiple alleged surgical failures, is now at the centre of further concern over his potential involvement beyond Scotland.
As reported by The Sunday Post, documents suggest Eljamel may have had academic or clinical ties to the Liverpool Walton Centre, though there is currently no confirmed evidence of him performing surgery there. The Trust has promised an internal review but at this stage, it appears that they will not confirm or deny the consultant ever working for them.
It is further alleged that The Department of Health and Social Care have now ordered all English NHS trusts where Eljamel worked to “thoroughly” examine their records as a result of the Sunday Post’s story where hundreds of patients have now come forward in Scotland alleging they were harmed.
The Sunday Post has reported:
‘Liverpool Labour MP Dan Carden and Fife MP Richard Baker want the Scottish Government to bring in UK-wide bodies to the inquiry it announced last year.
Carden said: “The Scottish Government’s inquiry is welcome. But I’m calling on it to expand this to all areas where Eljamel operated, so that we can properly identify the failings, learn real lessons, but most importantly deliver accountability and justice for every victim.”
Eljamel’s past includes allegations of unnecessary operations, surgeries without consent, and severe patient harm. Victims say they were not told the full truth and are now seeking justice, transparency, and reform.
MPs from across the political spectrum are demanding:
A full investigation into Eljamel’s alleged links to English NHS institutions
A UK-wide statutory inquiry under the Inquiries Act 2005
Stronger protections for whistleblowers and patient safety
This case has renewed focus on alleged systemic NHS failures, including delayed action, lack of oversight, and poor communication with affected patients.
Don’t Suffer in Silence
While Professor Eljamel is alleged to have had professional links to the Walton Centre in Liverpool, it is important to note that no patients have come forward to date alleging harm connected to his time there. However, anyone concerned about their treatment or seeking clarity around their care has the right to request their medical records and seek independent legal advice.
Don’t suffer in silence is key, if you have concerns about possible surgical negligence or would like a confidential consultation, contact Hutcheon Law today.
At Hutcheon Law, we are Legal experts in clinical negligence action and warn that new claims may arise under:
Common law negligence
The Human Rights Act
Group litigation, especially if English patients are shown to be affected
Campaigners insist only a national inquiry with legal powers can restore trust, uncover the full scale of alleged harm, and deliver lasting reform.
