Two men have been arrested in connection with operating practices in the mortuary service provided by Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust.
The Trust operates mortuary services at both Queen’s Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital under a licence provided by the Human Tissue Authority (HTA).
The arrests of men aged 55 and 59 were made on Monday 22 June 2026 on suspicion of Misconduct in a Public Office.
The enforcement was carried out by Operation Perth which is Nottinghamshire Police’s investigation into maternity services at both hospitals.
Operation Perth discovered breaches of regulations of the Human Tissue Act in relation to the management and operating practices of the mortuary services.
Deputy Chief Constable Rob Griffin says:
“We recognise this will be particularly distressing for affected families who are part of Operation Perth.
“If you are one of these families and wish to speak with us, please make contact with us by calling 0115 8445002 or email OPPerth@Notts.Police.uk.
“Extensive support also remains available through the Operation Perth page on the Nottinghamshire Police website.”