Imogen Nunn, a 25-year-old deaf woman, tragically took her own life on New Year’s Day 2023 after struggling with mental health issues since age 13. Despite informing a nurse about her intentions and purchasing lethal chemicals online, mental health services failed to implement adequate safeguarding measures and did not conduct a necessary face-to-face risk assessment. An inquest revealed systemic challenges in providing mental health support for deaf patients, including a shortage of British Sign Language interpreters, prompting the coroner to raise concerns about human rights violations in such circumstances.
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Met Police deploying dedicated patrols to protect women and girls at concerts this summer
The Metropolitan Police are enhancing safety measures for over 50 summer concerts in London, deploying specially trained officers to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG) amid high demand for events, notably influenced by Taylor Swift's performances. The V100 project aims to identify and apprehend serious offenders, reflecting a proactive approach to ensure public safety at major venues. Need More Context? 🔎
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