The "State of the Fertility Sector 2023/24" report (1^st April 2023 – 31^st March 2024) published: 1^st October 2024, by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) reviews regulatory activities and compliance within UK fertility clinics. It notes an increase in inspections to 104 due to the renewal of clinic licenses, revealing 226 instances of non-compliance across various grades. The report highlights a significant decrease in severe cases of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), with only 53 reported, and an overall 8% reduction in incidents compared to the prior year.

Patient complaints, totalling 69 (an increase of 10 since the previous financial year), reflected ongoing issues with communication and care processes, emphasizing the need for clinics to enhance their complaint management systems. The HFEA stresses the importance of thorough investigations into incidents to ensure patient safety and continuous improvement in service quality. With 135 licensed clinics, the report indicates that while the overall number remains stable, the mix of services offered by the clinics has evolved, particularly in the area of treatment combined with storage.

The report serves as an essential resource, providing insights into clinic performance, patient feedback mechanisms, and the efficacy of regulatory frameworks in ensuring high standards in fertility treatment.

Source - https://www.hfea.gov.uk/about-us/publications/research-and-data/state-of-the-fertility-sector-2023-2024/