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Make it a crime to abandon someone in immediate danger without seeking help

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My sister Danielle died from asphyxiation during a domestic incident. She was locked in a property & died as result of being alone. There is currently no law requiring someone to take action when a life is at risk.

Mr David Lammy

Mr David Lammy

Deputy Prime Minister

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Make it a crime to abandon someone in immediate danger without seeking help

National

My sister Danielle died from asphyxiation during a domestic incident. She was locked in a property & died as result of being alone. There is currently no law requiring someone to take action when a life is at risk.

Mr David LammyMr David Lammy
Tragic death inspired petition
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Duty to rescue law UK

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