Senior doctor tells of ‘betrayal’ over son’s death at hospital where she worked

William Hewes was remembered as a ‘mighty human being’ (Family Handout/PA) - (PA Media)

A senior doctor has told of her “feelings of betrayal” over her son’s death at the hospital where she worked, an inquest heard.

William Hewes died aged 22 at Homerton University Hospital in January 2023 within 24 hours of being admitted after his meningitis, caused by a meningococcal infection, developed into sepsis.