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Private Prison and Health Board Admit Charges Over Covid Death

Source: BBC UK - Published: 06 Nov 2026 14:34

Sodexo, the operator of HMP Addiewell, and NHS Lothian have accepted criminal charges related to the death of Calum Inglis, a prisoner who died from Covid-19 in October 2021. This case marks a significant legal development, being the first prosecution of its kind in the UK following extensive investigations into pandemic-related deaths.

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