The Thirlwall Inquiry heard evidence from Jane Tomkinson, the newly appointed Chief Executive of the Countess of Chester Hospital (CoCH). Her testimony marked a critical moment in the Inquiry following Lucy Letby's conviction, underscoring the urgent need for reform to ensure patient safety and rebuild trust within the hospital.

The Thirlwall Inquiry has heard evidence from Dr Elizabeth Newby and Dr Murthy Saladi, consultant paediatricians who both worked at the Countess of Chester Hospital when Letby worked as a neonatal nurse.

The Thirlwall Inquiry has heard evidence from Dr Gibbs, a treating paediatrician at the Countess of Chester Hospital from 1994 and in post in 2015, when Letby worked as a neonatal nurse.

As the public inquiry into the events at the Countess of Chester Hospital begins, the families of Lucy Letby’s victims are determined to seek answers and prevent future incidents from occurring.

Switalskis represent a significant number of the families who were named on the criminal indictment and are proud to assist Lady Justice Thirlwall, with her Inquiry into the crimes of Lucy Letby. 

Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Steve Barclay, has agreed that a Statutory Public Inquiry into the investigation surrounding allegations made about Lucy Letby will now take place.

Switalskis Solicitors, who represent the families of 7 babies who were victims of Lucy Letby, give their reaction to the news that Lady Justice Thirlwall has been appointed to lead the Inquiry.

Statement and information for the media on behalf of Switalskis Solicitors, representing 7 babies who were victims of Lucy Letby in their civil claims against The Countess of Chester NHS Hospital Trust.