Morgan’s Inquest: Coroner’s Directions to the Jury and Summing Up

I was not available to report Days 6, 7 and 8 from Morgan’s inquest this week. I am grateful to the court for allowing me to attend remotely for the coroner’s summing up and the conclusion of the inquest. Most of today was spent waiting or observing legal submissions between the coroner and the counsel […]

Morgan’s Inquest: Dr Sarah Honess, A&E Consultant

After Louise had finished her evidence, the coroner said that the jury would now hear the read evidence of Dr Honess, an A&E Consultant. The coroner asked her coroner’s officer to swear an oath and take her through the evidence of Dr Honess. He gave his name and swore an oath before reading the statement […]

Morgan’s inquest: Louise Hodgson, her partner’s mother

Louise was called to give her evidence at 10:16. She told the court that Morgan used to call her, her mother in law. She said her professional background was as a midwife. C: You’ve kindly provided a statement for the purposes of this inquest dated 27 February 2024, is that correct? LH: Yes, it is […]

Morgan’s Inquest: Tanya Betchley, her mum

The second witness called to give evidence at Morgan’s inquest, was her mum Tanya, who swore an oath at 14:47. C: I appreciate this will be quite difficult for you and you’ve chosen to read your statement? TB: I have C: Dated 28 June 2024 TB: I believe so C: Will be right at back […]

Morgan’s Inquest: Dominic Goddard, Morgan’s Partner

The coroner called Morgan’s partner, Dominic Goddard, to give his evidence at 12:23 on Day 1 of Morgan’s inquest. He was the first witness to give evidence. He swore an oath. The coroner thanked Mr Goddard “for being involved within the inquest process and our investigation, I appreciate you have provided a witness statement”. She […]