Judge says inquiry, due to begin in September, is of ‘profound importance’ but rejects calls for it to be livestreamed
The Lucy Letby inquiry will examine matters of “profound importance” and should be heard in public, a senior judge has ruled.
Thirlwall said: “I do not accept that this is a risk the inquiry should take. Not only is there a significant risk to the inquiry itself, I take account of the human cost of a breach. For a parent, who has already suffered so much, to be identified online, is unthinkable.” It will also investigate the conduct of others at the hospital, including senior management, and the culture in the wider NHS.
Thirlwall, a former court of appeal judge, added: “This inquiry is of profound importance. The terms of reference require an examination of matters of deep public concern. This will include close scrutiny of many events, the conduct of people involved and the decisions they made – as well as consideration of broader issues affecting the NHS. The principle of open justice applies not only to the hearings but also to the inquiry’s processes.
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