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Maddy Cusack Inquest Delayed Again, Now Set for June 29 Start

Citing delayed papers plus court redactions, the coroner imposed strict cut-offs to protect the family's participation.

Overview

  • The hearing was rescheduled at Chesterfield Coroner's Court to begin June 29, 2026, with two weeks allocated for evidence from 23 witnesses.
  • The Cusack family said receiving a 699-page disclosure shortly before Christmas was unacceptable and left them struggling to prepare.
  • Coroner Sophie Cartwright apologized to the family and noted that coroner's office redactions contributed to the delay, setting a no-new-material deadline around mid-May.
  • Sheffield United's counsel rejected any suggestion the club missed directions or caused the adjournment.
  • Former manager Jonathan Morgan must confirm his availability after raising a possible holiday clash, while the FA will supply call transcripts and a consolidated document bundle for the inquest.