00:00More than 2,000 people died under Essex Mental Health Care between 2000 and 2023.
00:05The Inquiry Chair, Baroness Kate Lampert, said she could issue urgent safety recommendations within weeks.
00:12She is examining inpatient safety, focusing on resuscitation, and monitoring technology that detects patient distress.
00:19One system under review is Oxivision, which records breathing and pulse, but raises privacy and dignity concerns.
00:26Families say it risks replacing vital human interaction during vulnerable moments.
00:32The company behind Oxivision insists it helps prevent serious incidents and reduces paperwork.
00:38NHS England requires such technology to respect human rights and patient consent.
00:43Hearings with NHS bodies will run from 5 to 15 October in Chelmsford.
00:48Families can share views on recommendations on 28 October before any interim steps.
00:53The final report, expected in 2028, could affect mental health services nationwide.
