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Thirlwall Findings Prompt Cooper to Install Cot Cameras

By Drooid · Sep 24, 2026, 10:16 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

UK Health Secretary Yvette Cooper pledged to install cot cameras after the Thirlwall inquiry report.
Retired paediatrician Dr John Gibbs called for a retrial and said he no longer believes Letby killed babies.
The Thirlwall inquiry found Countess of Chester Hospital management failed to protect babies and delayed urgent action.
The Criminal Cases Review Commission is reviewing Letby’s application, which includes evidence from about 30 experts.

History

Historical Context

Bristol’s reform tradition started with the 1963 Bus Boycott, which helped pass the 1965 Race Relations Act, and the 1980 St Paul’s riot that demanded accountability. That legacy guided public scrutiny of institutions such as the Bristol Royal Infirmary and, after the 2005 science-city designation backed by a £300 million park plan, reinforced the city’s focus on research safety.

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Story summary

UK Health Secretary Yvette Cooper pledged to install cot cameras after the Thirlwall inquiry report.
Retired paediatrician Dr John Gibbs called for a retrial and said he no longer believes Letby killed babies.
The Thirlwall inquiry found Countess of Chester Hospital management failed to protect babies and delayed urgent action.
The Criminal Cases Review Commission is reviewing Letby’s application, which includes evidence from about 30 experts.

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