Inner West London
Coroner Area
Reports: 108
Earliest: Nov 2013
Latest: 25 Mar 2026
62% response rate (below 63% average).
Barry Liffen
All Responded
2019-0400
17 Dec 2019
Glebelands Care Team
Care Home Health related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
A concern was raised regarding the lack of clinical assessment for frail persons resident at Glebelands following falls.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
• All home managers will be reviewing falls on the PCS (Person Centered Software) system on a weekly basis to ensure that falls are monitored more frequently.
• Managers will add notes to the falls log for the week and to the support plans of those residents involved.
• Any resident who has more than two falls within a two week period, a review will be arranged with their GP or CPN.
Eugeniusz Malek
Historic (No Identified Response)
2019-0439
17 Dec 2019
Health and Safety Executive
Accident at Work and Health and Safety related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The absence of regulations for capping scaffolding poles in areas where workers may fall created a hazard, contributing to fatal injuries from uncapped poles.
Henry Campbell-Byatt
Historic (No Identified Response)
2019-0438
16 Dec 2019
Peligoni Club
Other related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The resort lacked essential deep-water rescue equipment and trained staff. The system for monitoring swimmers was inadequate, necessitating improved watchtower manning and safety equipment.
Michael Lobban
Historic (No Identified Response)
2019-0489
4 Oct 2019
Boots UK Limted
GPC
NHS England
Alcohol, drug and medication related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Boots' controlled drug audit and investigation processes for methadone disparities were inadequate, and the General Pharmaceutical Council lacks sufficient reporting requirements, investigative powers, and sanctions for such discrepancies.
Anna Hedman
Historic (No Identified Response)
2019-0321
25 Sep 2019
Metropolitan Police
Alcohol, drug and medication related deaths
Other related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
A police call handler's inadequate training led to a gross failure to prioritize preservation of life and call an ambulance, even when prompted, in an emergency situation.
Tyereece Johnson
All Responded
2019-0166
23 May 2019
Metropolitan Police
Child Death (from 2015)
Emergency services related deaths (2019 onwards)
Police related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The approximate age of moped riders was not communicated to the police tactical team, omitting a relevant factor for risk assessment and decision-making.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
The MPS will review the roles and responsibilities of the police pursuits pod to ensure they are maximising information/intelligence opportunities. They will consider a mandatory checklist of indices at the start of a pursuit and ensure Pan London courses and refresher training include an input on information and intelligence gathering. This review will be completed by 31st October 2019.
Georgia Nelson
All Responded
2019-0140
29 Apr 2019
Central and North West London NHS Trust
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Mental Health related deaths
Railway related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
There is a lack of suitable housing specifically for young patients with severe and enduring mental health issues.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
RBKC and partner agencies are working together to identify ongoing needs and service developments arising from the closure of rehabilitation inpatient beds at Horton, including a potential local 'wrap around community rehab offer' with support and rehabilitation services in supported accommodation within 18 months. CNWL acknowledges the concerns raised and states that as discharge planning starts at admission, they will follow new NICE guidance on considering rehabilitation as appropriate. They offer a range of person-centred interventions and have a well-developed vocational service, offering Employment Support using the Individual Placement and Support Model, a User Employment Programme and a strong programme of Peer Support.
Alfonso Sinclair
All Responded
2019-0141
29 Apr 2019
Transport for London
Alcohol, drug and medication related deaths
Railway related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
A distressed individual's overtly odd and illegal behaviour at a tube station went unnoticed and unchallenged by staff, despite CCTV, due to a lack of system to alert odd behaviour or alarms at platform end barriers.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
London Underground will review its training for front-line station staff on spotting unusual suicidal behaviour to include customer behaviours at the gateline and ticket hall, with changes implemented by late 2019. Initial trials of new remote accessibility systems for CCTV and other systems are expected by the end of 2020.
Theresa Feehan
Partially Responded
2019-0070
27 Feb 2019
Care Quality Commission
Lisson Grove Health Centre
Community health care and emergency services related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The practice's medication review system was inadequate, with outdated patient records and poor correlation between problem lists and prescribed drugs. This led to dangerous medications being continued and a lack of proper rationale for prescribing.
Noted
(AI summary)
The CQC conducted inspections of Lisson Grove Health Centre but ultimately did not find concerns in the areas identified in the prevention of future death report. They rated the health centre 'Good' overall.
Peter Garvin
Partially Responded
2019-0069
27 Feb 2019
Central and North West London NHS Trust
NHS England
Mental Health related deaths
Suicide (from 2015)
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Poor communication between the CMHT and GP, a lack of local mental health beds, and a policy to discharge NHS patients seeking private care negatively impacted patient care. A carer's assessment was also not offered.
Action Taken
(AI summary)
CNWL NHS Trust has drawn up a protocol for staff working with patients who seek advice or treatment from a private clinician, setting out how to work with private sector colleagues and how to explain the process to patients, drawing on national guidance.
Marian Hoskins
All Responded
2019-0005
9 Jan 2019
Barts Health NHS Trust
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
An unclear system for obtaining full and informed consent, particularly lacking sufficient outpatient discussion prior to admission, led to insufficient patient information on investigatory options.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
A new Trust policy on informed consent and supported decision making for elective surgical procedures is being drafted, clarifying that informed consent is a process over time in the outpatient clinic. St Bartholomew’s Hospital has committed to a programme of improvement for consent as one of their Key Objectives for 2019/20.
Kurt Cochran; Leslie Rhodes; Aysha Frade; Andreea Cristea; PC Keith Palmer.
All Responded
2018-0304
19 Dec 2018
Department for Transport
Home Office
Metropolitan Police
+5 more
Other related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
A Prevention of Future Deaths report was issued to multiple authorities following the Westminster terror attack to address systemic issues related to such events.
Noted
(AI summary)
The Parliamentary Authorities confirm that they already plan to consider the automation of Carriage Gates and their general ease of use as part of the ongoing renewal project; and external reviewers have already been extensively involved in the New Palace Yard project, and will continue to be involved. The MPS will revise Post Instructions to relevant groups by direct emails, in hard copy and/or via electronic devices; MPS is working with MO19 and the National Police Chief’s Council to provide additional training on de-escalation techniques; and the MPS will ensure that there is appropriate input from tactical advisers at challenge panels, and the newly appointed PaDP OFC Sergeant will ensure that AFOs fully understand not only relevant changes to post instructions but also the rationale behind the changes. The BVRLA has increased counter terrorism training and guidance made available to vehicle rental and leasing firms, and routinely shares data and intelligence with police and counter terrorist authorities. The Department for Transport launched its Rental Vehicle Security Scheme in December 2018. The MCA states sufficient guidance already exists in the public domain for operating commercial vessels and leisure boats on navigable rivers and canals, referring to existing codes and training courses. TfL implemented internal changes in October 2017 to improve communication of security advice. TfL is currently reviewing the height of all its bridge parapets to identify those that are below 1m high, with high priority bridges expected to be completed by April 2019. The London Ambulance Service states that the Chief Coroner found no matters of concern regarding their actions, so they will not be taking any further action. The Home Office states the government accepts the Chief Coroner's recommendations and has taken action. The Department for Transport (DfT) launched the Rental Vehicle Security Scheme (RVSS) on 6th December 2018, and an industry led Advisory Panel was launched in January to oversee the development of the scheme.
Maximilien Kohler
Partially Responded
2018-0316
24 Oct 2018
CNWL NHS Trust
Department of Health and Social Care
NHS England
+1 more
Child Death (from 2015)
Mental Health related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Misdiagnosis of ASD was linked to over-reliance on questionnaires and less experienced clinicians, compounded by a lack of services for chronic, complex conditions.
Noted
(AI summary)
The Trust provides an account of their involvement with the patient's case, including the referral and assessment process for a possible co-morbid eating disorder, and explains why a full ASD assessment was not carried out by their service. The Department of Health and Social Care acknowledges concerns about outcomes for young people on the autistic spectrum and is launching a comprehensive review of the autism strategy, expected to report in November 2019, which will include a national call for evidence.
Jennifer Lacey
Partially Responded
2018-0315
24 Oct 2018
GPC
NHS England
Alcohol, drug and medication related deaths
Suicide (from 2015)
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Concerns were raised about dangerous, addictive drugs being freely available online and prescribed by foreign doctors without patient contact or GP record access, potentially filled by UK pharmacies without adequate checks.
Noted
(AI summary)
NHS England acknowledges concerns about online availability of potentially dangerous drugs like Tramadol, but states that the death was not a result of NHS services. They are working with other health regulators like CQC and MHRA and remain committed to improving the safety of controlled drugs and online prescribing.
Grenfell Tower
Historic (No Identified Response)
2018-0262
19 Sep 2018
NHS England
Other related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
No structured health screening programme is in place for individuals impacted by the Grenfell Tower incident, risking unaddressed future health issues.
Enric Elliott
All Responded
2018-0300
14 Aug 2018
Whittington Health NHS Trust
Child Death (from 2015)
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Vulnerable young mothers who book late for maternity care are often excluded from the Family Nurse Partnership due to rigid gestation limits, despite late booking indicating increased risk.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
The Trust acknowledges concerns about referral criteria for the Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) programme and is working with the national FNP team to test the impact on programme outcomes for referrals over 28 weeks gestation as part of the ADAPT work programme.
Daniel Young
All Responded
2018-0240
26 Jul 2018
Department for Health
Other related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
GP surgeries lack routine monitoring for psychiatric patients collecting antipsychotic medication, increasing the risk of relapse and harm to themselves or others.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
NHS England is developing a framework for community mental health services to improve joint working between primary and secondary services. They will also write to GP practices about monitoring antipsychotic medication prescriptions and explore alerts within primary care clinical systems.
Paul Allan
All Responded
2018-0251
25 Jul 2018
Pennine Care HNS Foundation Trust
Rochdale Community Mental Health Team
Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
Mental Health related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The Community Mental Health Team inappropriately discharged a patient instead of transferring care, and failed to consult required alcohol advisory services, leading to a gap in mental health support.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
The Trust will circulate a reminder to all staff regarding the CPA policy and how to access it. Pennine Care NHS is a signatory to the Greater Manchester Strategic suicide prevention strategy and will work collaboratively to bring the NCISH recommendations to practice.
Olive Nutt
All Responded
2018-0233
12 Jun 2018
London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Community health care and emergency services related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Inaccurate recording of symptoms by the ambulance service led to an incorrect priority decision and delayed attendance, breaching internal call-back guidelines.
Action Taken
(AI summary)
The London Ambulance Service reports that the Emergency Medical Dispatcher involved in the incident has been subject to performance management and given additional training. They have undertaken a review of staff rotas, and are undertaking a recruitment programme for the Clinical Hub. They also highlight existing access to patient medical history and involvement in a national review of ambulance response times.
Lucia Ciccioli
Partially Responded
2018-0148
16 May 2018
Transport for London
Wandsworth, Merton, Richmond and Sutton…
Road (Highways Safety) related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Inadequate cycle lanes and protection at a junction, problematic road markings, and dangerous road conditions in an adjoining street compromise cyclist safety.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
TfL, working with LBW, proposes to complete a revised design of the junction and set out next steps by December 2019, with construction potentially beginning in 2020 subject to approvals and funding. They will also investigate relocating a loading bay or reducing its operating hours to improve cyclist safety.
Elizabeth Griffin
Partially Responded
2018-0072
7 Mar 2018
Chartered Trading Standards Institute
Wandsworth Watch Alarm
Office for Product Safety and Standards
+2 more
Product related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
No specific concerns for future deaths were detailed in the provided text.
Noted
(AI summary)
Whirlpool outlines its product safety processes, including senior leadership oversight, and highlights the existence of a freephone number and prominent stickers on new products encouraging registration. They are also leading discussions within the industry on improving consumer awareness of the 'Register My Appliance' site. The Department highlights the launch of a new Code of Practice on product recalls (PAS 7100) and the development of a comprehensive digital service for consumer product safety information. They also support the 'Register My Appliance' site and are meeting with Whirlpool UK regarding their recall processes. The CTSI states it is a professional body without powers to investigate and the matter is for local authority trading standards departments. They also highlight a workforce survey showing cuts to trading standards services.
Ivanika Olivari
Partially Responded
2018-0073
7 Mar 2018
Department of Health and Social Care
General Medical Council
St Georges Hospital
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
Hospital guidelines and staff training are inadequate regarding urgent patient contact, specifically for leaving messages and utilising all contact numbers, risking delays in life-critical situations. National guidance needs clarification.
Action Planned
(AI summary)
The Trust has amended Appendix 1 of the Confidentiality Code of Conduct policy to enable staff to leave telephone messages for patients in urgent and emergency situations, has disseminated the learning from this case throughout Cardiology services, and will report to the next Patient Safety and Quality Committee meeting. The GMC is considering how best to use communication channels to remind doctors of their duty to take prompt action if they think that a patient's safety, dignity or comfort may be seriously compromised, will alert the Information Governance Alliance to the absence of guidance for NHS staff on the use of voicemail, and is working on extra resources to expand its ethical guidance hub.
Angela Byrne
Historic (No Identified Response)
2018-0042
13 Feb 2018
Wandsworth Consortium Drug and Alcohol …
Alcohol, drug and medication related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
W-CDAS staff are not applying training, leading to inadequate risk assessment for vulnerable patients, and there are poor communications between inpatient and community services with inconsistent records.
Robert Richards
Historic (No Identified Response)
2017-0406
20 Nov 2017
HMP Wandsworth
St George’s Hospital
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
State Custody related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
HMP Wandsworth suffered from pervasive bullying due to inadequate staff, poor communication, insufficient training, and inappropriate cell allocation. Critical issues also included inadequate medical training and supply restocking.
Gillian O’Keefe
All Responded
2017-0233
28 Sep 2017
Cricket Green Medical Practice
Department of Health and Social Care
St George’s Mental NHS Trust
Community health care and emergency services related deaths
Hospital Death (Clinical Procedures and medical management) related deaths
Mental Health related deaths
Concerns summary (AI summary)
The patient was illogically discharged from mental health care for "non-engagement" despite acute deterioration, without a multidisciplinary meeting or follow-up procedure for GP concerns. The family also faced barriers in sharing critical information with professionals.
Noted
(AI summary)
The Clinical Director is scoping a quality improvement project focusing on family/carer engagement and primary care liaison. A learning event is being organized to share actions and promote reflection. The trust is committed to triangle of care principles and is about to undertake the next round of self-assessments. The Trust is working to produce guidance for GPs on raising concerns and referrals and is looking to strengthen family and carer engagement and primary care liaison. The CCG will review the Trust’s action plan. Cricket Green Medical Practice acknowledges the coroner's report and confirms a Significant Event Analysis (SEA) was undertaken. They note actions the GP practice took and actions the CCG could have utilised. The CCG will review the Trust’s action plan and conduct a learning event.