Lancashire County Council pays tribute to social worker Kerry Coombes

Lancashire County Council has paid tribute to a member of staff, Kerry Coombes, who tragically died following an incident in Hoghton on Thursday morning (25 June).

County Councillor Stephen Atkinson, Leader of Lancashire County Council, said:

"We are deeply saddened to learn that Kerry Coombes, a much-valued member of our Lancashire County Council family, has died following this tragic incident.

"This is a devastating loss, and its impact will be felt across the organisation and among the many people whose lives she touched. We are ensuring that support is available to colleagues who have been affected.

"Our thoughts are with Kerry's family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.

"We are also thinking of her daughter and all those affected by this tragic loss.

"We ask that their privacy is respected."

Jacqui Old, Executive Director of Education and Children's Services, Lancashire County Council, added:

"Kerry was a highly respected and dedicated social worker who cared deeply about the children and families she supported.

"She brought compassion, professionalism and a strong sense of commitment to her work, and made a real difference to people's lives.

"She was a valued member of the team and will be greatly missed by her colleagues and by all those who knew her."