UK Athletics faces a huge fine after admitting responsibility for the death of a Paralympian struck by a metal pole during shot put training. Abdullah Hayayei, 36, a father-of-five representing the United Arab Emirates, was fatally injured at Newham leisure centre in east London on 11 July 2017.
UK Athletics Ltd pleaded guilty to corporate manslaughter. Keith Davies, 79, then head of sport for the 2017 World Paralympic Athletics Championships, admitted a health and safety charge. Judge Richard Marks KC will sentence UK Athletics and Mr Davies, of Leytonstone, east London, over two days at the Old Bailey from Monday. Corporate manslaughter carries a fine between £180,000 and £20 million, according to guidelines.
