British neonatal nurse Lucy Letby, convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder six others, loses bid to appeal her conviction and life sentence.
Key Points
Lucy Letby convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder six others
Crimes occurred between June 2015 and June 2016 at a hospital in northwestern England
Denied permission to appeal the verdict by a three-judge panel
Pros
Justice served for the victims and their families
Prevents potential harm to other infants in her care
Cons
Tragic loss of innocent lives
Raises questions about monitoring and oversight in healthcare settings