Blackburn with Darwen Council told to 'improve' after woman's death in Witton Country Park
Authorities said the council failed to inspect trees within falling distance of paths
Blackburn with Darwen Council has been given an improvement notice by the Health and Safety Executive, after the death of a mother of two in Witton Country Park in Blackburn.
Madia Kauser, 32, was killed after being hit by a falling tree branch on 11 August, while she was out walking with her family.
According to HSE's enforcement database, the authority "failed to undertake a proactive walkover survey in Witton Country Park by a competent person, to inspect all trees within falling distance of main footpaths and the public highway."
Madia's husband Wasim Khan welcomed the news, saying: "I am very happy with the enforcement order by the HSE to avoid anything like this happening again - especially to children who use that park to play and have fun.
"Any place where the public are going to enjoy a day out should be checked for potential health and safety hazards."
Blackburn with Darwen Council’s chief executive, Denise Park, said: “We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and all those affected by this tragic incident.
“The investigation is ongoing, and we are providing our full cooperation to the Health and Safety Executive.”
An HSE spokeswoman said they were unable to provide further details while the investigation is live.