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BBC News
05-08-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Family calls for NHS 111 procedure changes after daughter's death
A grieving mother has called for changes to NHS procedures after important medical information about her daughter was not passed between departments. Chloe Ellis, 29, died on 3 September 2024, three days after she was discharged from hospital with a viral infection. Ms Ellis had been advised to go to A&E by the NHS' 111 service - which had assessed she may have had a blood clot on her lungs - but this information was not passed on or visible to the medics who saw her in person, an inquest in June mother Jean Walker, from Bradford, said she wanted to see improved communication within the NHS. The Department of Health and Social Care has been asked for comment. Ms Ellis, a "nature lover" who worked for the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, was taken to Leeds General Infirmary after she collapsed at home and died later the same day following several cardiac arrests. She had attended Dewsbury and District Hospital's A&E department the previous weekend with breathing difficulties, but neither she nor the hospital was informed 111's online assessment had diagnosed a suspected pulmonary embolism on her lungs. Instead she was sent home with instructions to drink lots of fluids in the mistaken belief she was suffering from a minor respiratory infection. At the inquest into her death, assistant coroner Oliver Longstaff said it was possible for the outcome of 111 assessments to be made accessible to emergency departments, but that this hadn't been commissioned in West Walker said her daughter's death had had a "devastating" impact on her family and called for all emergency departments to have access to such records. "It didn't need to happen," she said."All we can do to honour Chloe and make sure it wasn't in vain, is change the system and get the attention of government." Ms Walker said the issue was something that could potentially affect NHS patients all over the country, given current regional differences in West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) previously said it was reviewing the points made by the coroner as a result of the case and would "establish what changes are required in order to prevent similar losses in future".Ms Walker added: "You're relying on someone asking you the same questions again and coming to the same conclusion, which they didn't for Chloe. "For Chloe, for us and for any other mums out there we need to try to get it changed - and I don't see why it wouldn't be."Dr Mark Freeman, deputy chief medical officer at the Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, which runs Dewsbury and District Hospital, said: "We send our sincere condolences to Chloe's family and friends and continue to work alongside West Yorkshire ICB as it reviews the issues raised by the coroner." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Daily Record
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Record
North Ayrshire Council chiefs deny future of swimming pool is at risk
There have been fears amongst the community over the future of the facility. Rumours that Harvies Swimming Pool may be set to close have been firmly quashed by North Ayrshire Council. Concerns were raised about the future of the facility at a meeting of Irvine Community Council last Wednesday. Auchenharvie centre was badly damaged by Storm Eowyn in January, and the pool remains out of use owing to damage to the roof. Treasurer Jean Walker said: 'There are rumours that the pool is not opening again. Although it is not our remit, a lot of people from Irvine use it." She added that a class at the Portal swimming pool in Irvine on a Monday held 30 people and that all places were taken within 10 seconds of the website opening. Jean added: 'I hear the council stopped maintaining the pumps which suggests to me they are not opening the pool back up again.' Chairman Chris Pless said the council did not have a time line for its restoration yet but would approach KA Leisure for an update. A North Ayrshire Council spokesperson said: 'We expect to be in a position within the near future to confirm positive news regarding repairs to the roof of Auchenharvie Leisure Centre. 'Following the extensive damage caused by Storm Eowyn, our team has been working behind the scenes to draw up a plan of action which will see the centre brought back into use. 'A contractor has been appointed and as soon as we are able to do so, we will confirm when they are likely to start on-site."
Scotsman
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh care home brings generations together for Global Intergenerational Week
Erskine Stewart's Melville School students visited Murrayfield House on Tuesday, April 22, to meet and connect with individuals they had been corresponding with, bringing their written exchanges to life Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A wave of joy and connection has swept through HC-One Scotland's Murrayfield House Care Home, in Edinburgh, as residents and students from Erskine Stewart's Melville School unite through a vibrant pen pal initiative to celebrate Global Intergenerational Week from April 24 to 30. Global Intergenerational Week highlights the importance of sharing life stories between those young and old. Global Intergenerational Week celebrates the power of connecting young and old through shared experiences. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The celebrations involved Murrayfield House residents and Erskine Stewart's Melville School students making and exchanging letters. The home often hosts visits from the school for regular stay and chat sessions, which unite the different generations. Another resident writes a letter to a student The letter exchange has sparked joy and nostalgia, with residents sharing tales from their rich lives and offering heartfelt support to their young correspondents. Four Murrayfield House residents have become pen pals with students aged 15-16, who are currently studying for their exams. Murrayfield House residents Nanna Bell, Morna Stewart, Jean Walker, and Rita MacDonald have enjoyed exchanging letters with the students, sharing life stories, words of encouragement, and thoughtful insights. The students have also gained a window into the past and a boost of encouragement as they tackle their studies. Murrayfield House resident Jean Walker, who is a former teacher and headteacher at Clarebank School in Edinburgh, spent her life dedicated to education and nurturing young minds. Jean earned her teaching qualifications from Moray House School of Education and Sport at the University of Edinburgh and would go on to leave an indelible mark on countless young minds. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She fondly recalls cherishing her experiences teaching students with disabilities and the memories of camping trips. This heartwarming initiative has not only bridged the gap between generations but also filled Murrayfield House with a renewed sense of connection and purpose. Jean Walker, Murrayfield House resident and former headteacher at Clarebank School in Edinburgh Fiona Truesdale, HC-One Scotland's Murrayfield House Care Home Manager, stated: 'Our residents light up with every letter they receive, and it's truly special to see these intergenerational friendships blossom. This initiative has enriched lives on both sides, creating bonds that inspire and uplift.' Erskine Stewart's Melville School students visited Murrayfield House on Tuesday, April 22, to meet and connect with individuals they had been corresponding with, bringing their written exchanges to life. During the visit, students and residents engaged in activities such as sharing stories, discussing their letters, and participating in light social events, which enriched both groups' understanding of each other's lives.
Scotsman
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh care home brings generations together for Global Intergenerational Week
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Erskine Stewart's Melville School students visited Murrayfield House on Tuesday, April 22, to meet and connect with individuals they had been corresponding with, bringing their written exchanges to life Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A wave of joy and connection has swept through HC-One Scotland's Murrayfield House Care Home, in Edinburgh, as residents and students from Erskine Stewart's Melville School unite through a vibrant pen pal initiative to celebrate Global Intergenerational Week from April 24 to 30. Global Intergenerational Week highlights the importance of sharing life stories between those young and old. Global Intergenerational Week celebrates the power of connecting young and old through shared experiences. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The celebrations involved Murrayfield House residents and Erskine Stewart's Melville School students making and exchanging letters. The home often hosts visits from the school for regular stay and chat sessions, which unite the different generations. Another resident writes a letter to a student The letter exchange has sparked joy and nostalgia, with residents sharing tales from their rich lives and offering heartfelt support to their young correspondents. Four Murrayfield House residents have become pen pals with students aged 15-16, who are currently studying for their exams. Murrayfield House residents Nanna Bell, Morna Stewart, Jean Walker, and Rita MacDonald have enjoyed exchanging letters with the students, sharing life stories, words of encouragement, and thoughtful insights. The students have also gained a window into the past and a boost of encouragement as they tackle their studies. Murrayfield House resident Jean Walker, who is a former teacher and headteacher at Clarebank School, spent her life dedicated to education and nurturing young minds. Jean earned her teaching qualifications from Moray House School of Education and Sport at the University of Edinburgh and would go on to leave an indelible mark on countless young minds. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She fondly recalls cherishing her experiences teaching students with disabilities and the memories of camping trips. This heartwarming initiative has not only bridged the gap between generations but also filled Murrayfield House with a renewed sense of connection and purpose. Jean Walker, Murrayfield House resident and former headteacher at Clarebank School in Edinburgh Fiona Truesdale, HC-One Scotland's Murrayfield House Care Home Manager, stated: 'Our residents light up with every letter they receive, and it's truly special to see these intergenerational friendships blossom. This initiative has enriched lives on both sides, creating bonds that inspire and uplift.' Erskine Stewart's Melville School students visited Murrayfield House on Tuesday, April 22, to meet and connect with individuals they had been corresponding with, bringing their written exchanges to life. During the visit, students and residents engaged in activities such as sharing stories, discussing their letters, and participating in light social events, which enriched both groups' understanding of each other's lives. As the letters continue to fly back and forth, friendships forged through ink and paper are breathing new life into both the care home and the classroom. For more information on HC-One homes in your area visit
