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Council & Politics · NewhamHeatstroke death at Forest Lodge care home prompts inquest
Zola Bitshuangu, 48, died of heatstroke after staff left him in the rear garden of Forest Lodge care home on 26 May 2026. An inquest opened on 10 September 2026, led by Senior Coroner Graeme Irvine, with the CQC named as an interested person.
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Council & Politics · LondonBexley Council adult social care rated ‘Requires Improvement’, carers face limited respite
The Care Quality Commission rated Bexley Council’s adult social care as ‘Requires Improvement’ after an October 2025 inspection, noting gaps in respite provision for carers and five under‑performing categories. Council leaders say a new improvement plan is under way and a monitoring visit is pending.
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