article_snippet: NHS paid out a total of £11.6million, which included £5.3million in damages and £4.2million in claimants' costs.
article_snippet: A further £2million was spent on defence costs.
article_snippet: In the 14 years covered, just £80,681 was paid out in damages for abuse by non-clinical staff, while £101,252 was spent defending claims.
article_snippet: Ministers said that if the funds do not cover all valid claims, then the NHS Litigation Authority would step in.
article_snippet: the Department of Health Health said that so far £58,625 has been paid out to three claimants, including £18,125 in compensation and £40,500 costs.
highlights_snippet: Includes £5.3million in compensation and £6million in legal costs .
  