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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Coroners’ warning loophole branded a ‘systemic scandal’ amid calls for overhaul

Bereaved families have branded a loophole over coroners’ warnings on preventable deaths a “systemic scandal” and called for an independent body to make sure recommendations are implemented.

After an inquest, coroners can issue Prevention of Future Death (PFD) reports to an organisation, local authority, government agency or person in a bid to stop similar losses of life – but the suggested changes are not legally enforceable.

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