The Lampard Inquiry, England's first public inquiry into mental health deaths, aims to investigate over 2,000 deaths at NHS inpatient units from 2000 to 2023. It has begun its hearings in London, with Baroness Lampard asserting a commitment to uncovering the truth despite difficulties in obtaining documents from the NHS. Legal notices have been issued to compel organizations to provide evidence, highlighting the inquiry's national significance. Counsel Nicholas Griffin KC also pointed out issues with the quality of records and the need for transparency for staff providing information.
Baroness Lampard, chair of the inquiry, emphasized the commitment to uncovering the truth about the significant issues surrounding mental health deaths in NHS care.
Nicholas Griffin KC, counsel for the inquiry, expressed frustration over delays and inadequate responses from NHS providers in supplying necessary evidence for the inquiry.
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