This conference focuses on applying and monitoring adherence to the statutory and professional duty of candour in practice, and ensuring the duty is not seen as an add-on but as an integral aspect of a culture of candour across the organisation. The conference will include an extended legal update and practical sessions focusing on training and supporting staff in disclosing unanticipated events in patient care, breaking bad news and improving communication skills in being open, developing and adopting an effective processes for ensuring candour and supporting staff, developing the role of the “Freedom to speak up Guardian” and understanding how adherence to the duty of candour can be monitored at an organisational level and by the Care Quality Commission. A 20% discount is available by quoting ref:HCUK20EX when booking. Follow the conference on Twitter#DutyofCandour