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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Brian Farmer

Archie Battersbee’s parents prepare for next stage of legal battle

PA Media

The parents of a 12-year-old who suffered “catastrophic” brain damage in an accident at home are preparing for the next stage of a legal fight – after a High Court judge said doctors can withdraw life-support treatment.

Archie Battersbee’s mother, Hollie Dance, says she and the youngster’s father, Paul Battersbee, will ask Court of Appeal judges to overturn Mr Justice Hayden’s ruling later this week.

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