Nottingham City Council acknowledges the findings and conclusion of the inquest into the tragic deaths of Ms Alphonsine Djiako Leuga and her daughter Loraine Choulla, and thanks the Coroner for her thorough investigation. 

We take our responsibilities seriously and have already undertaken a review of relevant policies, procedures and practices to ensure any necessary improvements are made, and that learning is embedded across our services. 

Where a death occurs and, either through the inquest process or through our own reviews, areas are identified for improvement, we are committed to acting decisively and continuing to work closely with our partners to safeguard the wellbeing of all Nottingham’s citizens. 

We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Leuga and Choulla families. Our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.