The family of six-year-old Darren Hill, who died after he was crushed by a reversing dustbin wagon are planning to ...
The family of six-year-old Darren Hill, who died after he was crushed by a reversing dustbin wagon are planning to sue the City of York Council, reports the Yorkshire Post (p8).
'However, as the inquiries continue the council will obviously act upon any recommendations the Health and Safety Executive puts forward.'
The family is also urging the council to introduce a new policy to ensure that drivers must be guided by a colleague when reversing in residential areas.
A council spokesperson said: 'Following this tragic accident, a full investigation was begun by the police and Health and Safety Executive.
'At this stage, nothing from their initial inquiries has prompted a need to change working practices.
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