Welcome to the Thirlwall Inquiry website
The Thirlwall Inquiry has been set up to examine events at the Countess of Chester Hospital and their implications following the trial, and subsequent convictions, of former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby of murder and attempted murder of babies at the hospital.
Closing Remarks from Lady Justice Thirlwall
Watch the message from the Chair, Lady Justice Thirlwall, drawing the evidence and submissions phase of the Inquiry to a close.
News
The latest updates from the inquiry.
Read the ruling and the Chair’s closing remarks on our website.
Date: 21 March 2025
Video and transcript published on the website.
Date: 19 March 2025
Transcript of the Closing Remarks of the Chair to the Inquiry.
Date: 19 March 2025
About the Inquiry
Information about the processes of the Inquiry and support available to those affected.
The Terms of Reference in full, which set out the topics of the Inquiry’s investigations.
These FAQs answer common questions that people and organisations might have regarding the Inquiry.
Details of organisations that can offer support to those affected by any of the issues raised by the inquiry.
Publications
Documents, transcripts and evidence published by the Inquiry.
