A solicitor with the leading law firm in North Wales is representing the family of one of the babies murdered by Lucy Letby at the public inquiry that starts today at Liverpool Town Hall (September 10).
The Thirlwall Inquiry will examine the events at the Countess of Chester Hospital and their implications following the convictions of Letby of the murder and attempted murder of babies at the hospital.
Its purpose is to consider the terms of reference set by the Secretary of State and structured into three parts – Part A explores the parents’ experiences of the Countess and other relevant NHS services; Part B considers the conduct of those working at the Countess including the board, managers, doctors, nurses and midwives regarding the actions of Letby while she was employed there as a neonatal nurse; Part C examines the effectiveness of NHS management and governance structures and processes, external scrutiny and professional regulation.
Evidence will be heard from senior managers at the hospital as well as accounts from bereaved parents.
Elen Roberts, a solicitor at Gamlins Law who is representing the family, said: “It will be a difficult process for all families involved as they continue to be impacted by the ongoing trauma they have experienced.”
Gamlins Law is the largest law firm in North Wales, employing 85 people, with a head office in Rhyl and further offices in Mold, Ruthin, Denbigh, Abergele and Holywell.
The Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team acts for clients involved in a wide range of matters including multi-party actions, serious and catastrophic injury cases and complex brain injury cases. They act for clients across England and Wales.
