The inquiry into Essex mental health services initially expected to investigate around 2,000 deaths but is anticipated to uncover many more, revealing systemic failures.
Kate Lampard expressed shock that the true number of deaths within the inquiry's scope may never be known, highlighting severe issues in data collection.
Nicholas Griffin KC emphasized that new evidence suggests the death toll previously identified as 2,000 is only the beginning, prompting urgent need for thorough examination.
The inquiry aims to address serious patient harm incidents, focusing on inpatient deaths and injuries, while incorporating cases from the community related to recent discharges.
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