NHS Trust and Worker Plead Not Guilty in Death of Mental Health Patient

22-year-old Alice Figueiredo died after allegedly accessing items used in previous suicide attempts; trial set for October.

• Benjamin Aninakwa, the ward manager, faces charges of manslaughter by gross negligence and failing to ensure patient safety.
• London NHS Foundation Trust is charged with corporate manslaughter and failing to ensure the health and safety of non-employees.
• Figueiredo had reportedly attempted suicide 18 times using the same method before her death in 2015.
• The hospital allegedly failed to remove hazardous items despite recorded incidents and discussions in meetings.
• Both Aninakwa and the NHS Trust have entered not guilty pleas; a nine-week trial is scheduled.

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