‘Cold’ Letby initially failed final year student nurse placement, probe told

Her assessor said it was apparent to her that Letby did not have the “overall characteristics” to become a successful registered nurse

The inquiry is looking at the crimes of Lucy Letby (Cheshire Constabulary/PA)

Lucy Letby initially failed her final year placement as a student nurse after she was noted to be “cold” and lacking empathy with patients and families, a public inquiry has heard.

Her assessor Nicola Lightfoot, deputy ward manager on the children’s unit at the Countess of Chester Hospital, said it was apparent to her that Letby did not have the “overall characteristics” to become a successful registered nurse.