4. The Warnings
Amid allegations of violent incidents before Mary’s death, were warning signs missed?
The story of a 35 year old nursing assistant who collapsed and died following an altercation with a patient at a psychiatric hospital in Northern Ireland.
35 years later, her family is still searching for answers.
Episode 4: The Warnings
When the official inquest fails to reach a conclusion regarding Mary’s death, Norman refuses to give up.
As he continues his legal battle, Norman points to allegations of previous attacks on his wife while on duty - was enough being done to protect both staff and patients on the ward?
Readings by:
Lucy McConnell
Patrick Strain
Francis Harkin
Declan Rodgers
Series produced by Nathan Edgar
Executive editor Andy Martin
A BBC Northern Ireland Production
On radio
Broadcasts
- Saturday13:17BBC Radio Foyle & BBC Radio Ulster
Sunday13:17BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
Podcast
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