NHS complaints could be held up because of delay naming new Ombudsman, MPs told

Rob Behrens. Credit: Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman

By Christopher McKeon, PA

Complaints about the NHS could be held up by delays appointing a new watchdog, MPs have been warned.

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) Rob Behrens is due to leave the role when his term expires at the beginning of April, but his replacement has yet to be announced, raising concerns that the post will be left vacant.