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Letby failings go beyond one hospital – the whole NHS system has been found lacking
The public inquiry into the Lucy Letby case may have reserved the strongest criticism for the Countess of Chester Hospital and its management, but there are big questions for the wider NHS to answer too. The Thirlwall inquiry’s final report said there was a “complete failure” to protect babies on the neonatal unit where Letby…
Midwives didnt listen says mother of baby with brain damage
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Leeds maternity inquiry must include care culture, says father
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