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Family correct to raise concerns about treatment of retired joiner who died at Blackpool Victoria Hospital

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Luke Beardsworth
Feb 05, 2025
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Hello and welcome to The Blackpool Lead.

Today we report on a letter sent to Blackpool Victoria Hospital by a concerned coroner after a family raised concerns over the death of a man who was receiving care.

The letter, sent by coroner Alan Wilson, aims to prevent future deaths occurring for the same reason.

We also introduce the first of our fortnightly …

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