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Gemma Robins
Medical negligence Maternity Sussex

Hove mum Gemma Robins died weeks after giving birth following missed chance to investigate dangerous pregnancy condition, inquest concludes

The inquest into the death of 30-year-old Gemma Robins from Hove has concluded there was a missed opportunity to investigate possible pre-eclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy condition linked to high blood pressure and organ problems, at her final antenatal appointment at 36+3 weeks.

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Daniel Lindsay
Human rights; Surrey Inquests Care homes

Coroner to consider making prevention of future deaths report following the death of Daniel Lindsay who lived at Surrey care home

A coroner has said she has questions about how Ballater House Care Home in Surrey treats diabetic patients with low blood sugar, and about the home’s emergency alarm systems, following the death of Daniel Lindsay.

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Harrods Mohamed Al Fayed Scotland Human rights

Leigh Day renews calls for public inquiry after Scottish survivor speaks out about Mohamed Al Fayed abuse allegations

Law firm Leigh Day has reiterated calls for a statutory public inquiry into allegations of abuse linked to former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed, after one of its clients who has retained her anonymity spoke publicly about her experiences in an interview with the Mail on Sunday.

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