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Inquest finds multiple ‘gross failures’ led to man’s death at Whipps Cross A&E
A 62-year-old man took his own life in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department at Whipps Cross Hospital, east London, after staff failed to remove items he could harm himself with and failed to action a plan to put him on one-to-one observations.
Meeting to discuss chemical pollution concerns in Thornton-Cleveleys
A meeting for residents of Thornton-Cleveleys who are concerned about chemical pollution in the Lancashire town will take place on 21 May 2026.
Legal challenge to Luton Airport expansion to be heard in Court of Appeal
A legal claim opposing the expansion of Luton Airport will be heard in the Court of Appeal next week on 19 and 20 May 2026.
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