The public inquiry into Lucy Letby's crimes as a neonatal nurse began today, focusing on her conviction for murdering seven infants and attempting to murder seven others at the Countess of Chester Hospital from 2015 to 2016. Chaired by Lady Justice Thirlwall, the inquiry aims to investigate how Letby was able to harm infants despite concerns raised by medical staff and the hospital's response to those concerns. Letby, who is serving 15 whole-life orders, has always denied the allegations, and her case has sparked widespread debate about the adequacy of the evidence presented against her. The inquiry will not reassess her conviction but will examine the experiences of the victims' families, the conduct of the hospital staff, and the broader culture within the NHS that may have allowed such tragedies to occur. Opening statements from legal representatives of the inquiry and victims' families are expected in the first week, with evidence hearings to follow. Critics have voiced distress over public speculation regarding Letby’s guilt, as the inquiry seeks answers for the families affected by this horrific case.