Why it matters in the Letby case
The Inquiry's evidence phase has concluded; the final report is now expected after the summer recess of Parliament (no earlier than September 2026).
May 2026: Thirlwall Inquiry report delayed to at least September 2026 · six-baby inquests relisted to 2027 · CCRC review active · Shoo Lee Panel: no medical evidence of deliberate harm.
Institutional explainer
The Thirlwall Inquiry examines how the Countess of Chester Hospital and its regulators responded to concerns about deaths on the unit. Its terms of reference expressly exclude re-evaluating the criminal convictions.
The Inquiry's evidence phase has concluded; the final report is now expected after the summer recess of Parliament (no earlier than September 2026).
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