Lucy Letby's Appeal Rejected Amidst Ongoing Inquiry
The Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of nurse Lucy Letby for attempted murder, as a public inquiry delves into hospital mismanagement and missed opportunities.
- Lucy Letby, convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven others, has lost her appeal against her conviction for the attempted murder of a baby girl.
- The appeal was rejected by judges who found no grounds to challenge the fairness of Letby's second trial, despite claims of prejudicial media coverage.
- A public inquiry is examining systemic issues at the Chester Hospital, including staff shortages and missed opportunities to involve police earlier.
- The inquiry has revealed concerns about Letby's character and competence, with colleagues describing her as both well-liked and 'cold' or 'uncompassionate'.
- Testimonies from the inquiry highlight significant gaps in hospital protocols and governance that may have allowed Letby to evade detection for an extended period.