House of Commons · Adjournment Debate
26 March 2026 · 2 other contributors
Opened by Nusrat Ghani Con Wealden
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Nusrat Ghani raised concerns about lucy letby case: conduct of cheshire police in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
Before the debate, Ms Nusrat Ghani informed the House about live inquests into the deaths of six babies and obtained a waiver from Mr Speaker to allow these cases to be discussed due to their sub judice nature. She then allowed David Davis to speak on the topic.
Mr Davis highlighted a previous case of Sally Clark, who was wrongfully convicted of murdering her two baby sons based on statistical assertions by an alleged expert. He expressed disappointment that the Cheshire police and Crown Prosecution Service did not learn from this miscarriage of justice and commissioned investigations into Lucy Letby’s case.
Ms Sarah Jones acknowledged the serious nature of the cases and emphasised that the Criminal Cases Review Commission is currently reviewing them. She outlined the process leading to Lucy Letby's conviction, including independent assessments by the Crown Prosecution Service, trial by jury, and two appeal processes.
Government Response
The Minister acknowledged the Criminal Cases Review Commission’s review of the cases and emphasised that due process was followed in Lucy Letby's conviction. She highlighted that there has been an independent assessment by the Crown Prosecution Service, a trial by jury, and two appeal processes leading to her convictions. The minister also mentioned HM Inspector’s high ratings for Cheshire constabulary and urged MPs not to undermine public confidence in the police or criminal justice system without established impropriety. She concluded by wishing everyone, especially her constituents, a happy Easter.