Debbie Kennett 🧬🌳
@debbiekennett.bsky.social
DNA, genetic genealogy, family history. forensics. Honorary Research Fellow at UCL. All views my own.
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MD's latest on the Lucy Letby case, only in the new Private Eye, out now.
➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
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➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
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Special Report: The Lessons of the Lucy Letby Case
After Lucy Letby was convicted in August 2023 of murdering seven babies, a number of experts contacted Eye columnist MD because they
www.private-eye.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
MD's latest on the Lucy Letby case, only in the new Private Eye, out now.
➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
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➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
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Members of two local families have publicly raised their concerns about consultant paediatrician and expert witness Dr Sandie Bohin, whose heped prosecute Lucy Letby.
They spoke at a conference focused on the convicted murderer's case and calls for a review of the evidence on Saturday.
They spoke at a conference focused on the convicted murderer's case and calls for a review of the evidence on Saturday.
Guernsey families publicly cast doubt over key expert witness in Letby prosecution
Members of two local families have publicly raised their concerns about consultant paediatrician and expert witness Dr Sandie Bohin, whose testimony was used to prosecute Lucy Letby. They spoke at a conference focused on the convicted murderer's case and calls for a review of the evidence on Saturday. The individuals, who wish to remain anonymous, delivered presentations outlining their ordeals in trying to secure correct diagnoses and treatments for their ill children across multiple encounters with Dr Bohin.
www.bailiwickexpress.com
November 18, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Members of two local families have publicly raised their concerns about consultant paediatrician and expert witness Dr Sandie Bohin, whose heped prosecute Lucy Letby.
They spoke at a conference focused on the convicted murderer's case and calls for a review of the evidence on Saturday.
They spoke at a conference focused on the convicted murderer's case and calls for a review of the evidence on Saturday.
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Advance your DNA skills in 2026.
Join leading experts @miagen.bsky.social @debbiekennett.bsky.social @genealogylass.bsky.social @scientistsoph.bsky.social & @donnasr.bsky.social for a 12-week online course in advanced genetic genealogy.
📅 5 Jan – 25 Mar 2026
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Join leading experts @miagen.bsky.social @debbiekennett.bsky.social @genealogylass.bsky.social @scientistsoph.bsky.social & @donnasr.bsky.social for a 12-week online course in advanced genetic genealogy.
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12 week course on Wednesday and Monday evenings
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November 15, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Advance your DNA skills in 2026.
Join leading experts @miagen.bsky.social @debbiekennett.bsky.social @genealogylass.bsky.social @scientistsoph.bsky.social & @donnasr.bsky.social for a 12-week online course in advanced genetic genealogy.
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The #GuildOneName Studies hosted an inspiring #DNA seminar in Leicester October 2026. The recordings of the talks are now available in the Members' Room. Enjoy! (Note not all talks were recorded.) one-name.org/seminar-even...
Seminar events
one-name.org
October 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM
The #GuildOneName Studies hosted an inspiring #DNA seminar in Leicester October 2026. The recordings of the talks are now available in the Members' Room. Enjoy! (Note not all talks were recorded.) one-name.org/seminar-even...
There's now a blog post from @myheritageofficial.bsky.social with further details about the transition to whole genome sequencing. blog.myheritage.com/2025/10/myhe...
October 19, 2025 at 4:10 PM
There's now a blog post from @myheritageofficial.bsky.social with further details about the transition to whole genome sequencing. blog.myheritage.com/2025/10/myhe...
A big announcement today from @myheritageofficial.bsky.social. They are transitioning to low-coverage whole-genome sequencing for their direct-to-consumer DNA test heralding a new era for genetic genealogy. cruwys.blogspot.com/2025/10/myhe...
MyHeritage upgrades its consumer DNA test to whole-genome sequencing
cruwys.blogspot.com
October 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
A big announcement today from @myheritageofficial.bsky.social. They are transitioning to low-coverage whole-genome sequencing for their direct-to-consumer DNA test heralding a new era for genetic genealogy. cruwys.blogspot.com/2025/10/myhe...
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🎉 Congrats to @debbiekennett.bsky.social, F.S.G.!
Our CEO Philip Spedding, presented Debbie with her Fellowship certificate for distinguished services to genealogy during her recent DNA talk at the Society.
📸 Thanks to volunteer photographer Grant White for capturing the moment!
#Genealogy
Our CEO Philip Spedding, presented Debbie with her Fellowship certificate for distinguished services to genealogy during her recent DNA talk at the Society.
📸 Thanks to volunteer photographer Grant White for capturing the moment!
#Genealogy
October 10, 2025 at 12:06 PM
🎉 Congrats to @debbiekennett.bsky.social, F.S.G.!
Our CEO Philip Spedding, presented Debbie with her Fellowship certificate for distinguished services to genealogy during her recent DNA talk at the Society.
📸 Thanks to volunteer photographer Grant White for capturing the moment!
#Genealogy
Our CEO Philip Spedding, presented Debbie with her Fellowship certificate for distinguished services to genealogy during her recent DNA talk at the Society.
📸 Thanks to volunteer photographer Grant White for capturing the moment!
#Genealogy
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#GenHour
🧬 Got a tricky DNA question?
Join @DebbieKennett at our DNA Advice Hour – exclusive to Gold Members.
📅 Fri 26 Sept | 14:00 BST | Online
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🧬 Got a tricky DNA question?
Join @DebbieKennett at our DNA Advice Hour – exclusive to Gold Members.
📅 Fri 26 Sept | 14:00 BST | Online
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September 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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🧬 Got a tricky DNA question?
Join @DebbieKennett at our DNA Advice Hour – exclusive to Gold Members.
📅 Fri 26 Sept | 14:00 BST | Online
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🧬 Got a tricky DNA question?
Join @DebbieKennett at our DNA Advice Hour – exclusive to Gold Members.
📅 Fri 26 Sept | 14:00 BST | Online
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An outstanding, empathetic long-read article on the tragic case of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon. Like the writer I've always wondered why this couple were prosecuted and brought to trial in the first place. Parents who lose a child deserve compassion not punishment. www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
Clair Wills · The Price of Safety: Constance Marten’s Defiance
The trials of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon were held to determine their criminal responsibility for their daughter...
www.lrb.co.uk
August 22, 2025 at 2:52 PM
An outstanding, empathetic long-read article on the tragic case of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon. Like the writer I've always wondered why this couple were prosecuted and brought to trial in the first place. Parents who lose a child deserve compassion not punishment. www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v4...
A very interesting interview with Anouk Curry, the producer of the recent highly acclaimed ITV documentary on the Lucy Letby case. youtu.be/xDu0nYfZKz4?... #LucyLetby
Lucy Letby documentary producer: the alternative theories and what happens next | The Daily T
YouTube video by The Telegraph
youtu.be
August 13, 2025 at 7:34 PM
A very interesting interview with Anouk Curry, the producer of the recent highly acclaimed ITV documentary on the Lucy Letby case. youtu.be/xDu0nYfZKz4?... #LucyLetby
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The ITV documentary about Lucy Letby is very good. Old school, public interest broadcasting which assumes the intelligence and the conscience of its audience. Anyone with the slightest interest in the case should watch it.
August 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The ITV documentary about Lucy Letby is very good. Old school, public interest broadcasting which assumes the intelligence and the conscience of its audience. Anyone with the slightest interest in the case should watch it.
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➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Special Report: The Lessons of the Lucy Letby Case
After Lucy Letby was convicted in August 2023 of murdering seven babies, a number of experts contacted Eye columnist MD because they
www.private-eye.co.uk
August 6, 2025 at 1:18 PM
➡️ Read all previous parts of our special report into the Lucy Letby case online: www.private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
This is an excellent briefing paper on the junk science and shoddy statistics used in the Lucy Letby case. It is written by 18 experts, some of whom have not spoken out before. The paper was first published on 1 May 2025. www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bxrjy...
August 11, 2025 at 3:22 PM
This is an excellent briefing paper on the junk science and shoddy statistics used in the Lucy Letby case. It is written by 18 experts, some of whom have not spoken out before. The paper was first published on 1 May 2025. www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bxrjy...
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Key genetic differences involved in the immune and nervous systems have been found in people with ME/CFS
www.newscientist.com/article/2491...
www.newscientist.com/article/2491...
Key genetic differences found in people with chronic fatigue syndrome
People with chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, appear to have eight genetic signals that differ from those without the condition
www.newscientist.com
August 9, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Key genetic differences involved in the immune and nervous systems have been found in people with ME/CFS
www.newscientist.com/article/2491...
www.newscientist.com/article/2491...
A must-watch documentary from ITV on the Lucy Letby case (UK viewers only). This case will eventually be remembered as one of the worst miscarriages of justice in British history. youtu.be/UohWz9L6PTs?...
Lucy Letby: Beyond Reasonable Doubt? | ITV
YouTube video by ITV Real Life Stories
youtu.be
August 9, 2025 at 12:44 PM
A must-watch documentary from ITV on the Lucy Letby case (UK viewers only). This case will eventually be remembered as one of the worst miscarriages of justice in British history. youtu.be/UohWz9L6PTs?...
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Part 24 of our Special Report into the Lucy Letby case is now available to download from the Eye website here:
private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Part 25 by Dr Phil Hammond is also available to read in the brand new issue of Private Eye which is out now.
private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Part 25 by Dr Phil Hammond is also available to read in the brand new issue of Private Eye which is out now.
Special Report: The Lessons of the Lucy Letby Case
After Lucy Letby was convicted in August 2023 of murdering seven babies, a number of experts contacted Eye columnist MD because they
private-eye.co.uk
July 23, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Part 24 of our Special Report into the Lucy Letby case is now available to download from the Eye website here:
private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Part 25 by Dr Phil Hammond is also available to read in the brand new issue of Private Eye which is out now.
private-eye.co.uk/special-repo...
Part 25 by Dr Phil Hammond is also available to read in the brand new issue of Private Eye which is out now.
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Hi #GenHour!
🧬 Are you new to DNA testing?
If so, @debbiekennett.bsky.social will guide you through autosomal DNA this Sat 21 June at 14:00. Understand cM, cousin matches, and what DNA can and can’t tell you.
Register: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...
#GeneticGenealogy #FamilyHistory
🧬 Are you new to DNA testing?
If so, @debbiekennett.bsky.social will guide you through autosomal DNA this Sat 21 June at 14:00. Understand cM, cousin matches, and what DNA can and can’t tell you.
Register: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...
#GeneticGenealogy #FamilyHistory
June 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Hi #GenHour!
🧬 Are you new to DNA testing?
If so, @debbiekennett.bsky.social will guide you through autosomal DNA this Sat 21 June at 14:00. Understand cM, cousin matches, and what DNA can and can’t tell you.
Register: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...
#GeneticGenealogy #FamilyHistory
🧬 Are you new to DNA testing?
If so, @debbiekennett.bsky.social will guide you through autosomal DNA this Sat 21 June at 14:00. Understand cM, cousin matches, and what DNA can and can’t tell you.
Register: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev...
#GeneticGenealogy #FamilyHistory
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Our latest issue is on sale now! This month, @debbiekennett.bsky.social looks at how AI is transforming family history. Plus, what first names tell us about family history, the history of the first motor cars, researching the Irish Famine, and much more:
www.whodoyouthinkyouaremaga...
www.whodoyouthinkyouaremaga...
June 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Our latest issue is on sale now! This month, @debbiekennett.bsky.social looks at how AI is transforming family history. Plus, what first names tell us about family history, the history of the first motor cars, researching the Irish Famine, and much more:
www.whodoyouthinkyouaremaga...
www.whodoyouthinkyouaremaga...
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Lucy Letby is currently serving multiple life sentences after being convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to kill others. There's only one problem: the group of experts saying there's no evidence of wrongdoing.
Three lessons from the case of convicted baby killer Lucy Letby
Lucy Letby is currently serving multiple life sentences after being convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to kill others. There's only one problem: the group of experts saying there's no evidence of wrongdoing.
www.abc.net.au
June 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Lucy Letby is currently serving multiple life sentences after being convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to kill others. There's only one problem: the group of experts saying there's no evidence of wrongdoing.
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Watch ‘Falsely Accused: Justice by Genomics’ held at the Crick this week, with experts in science, medicine and the law discussing the case of Kathleen Folbigg and the role of genomic investigation in unexplained child deaths.
Catch up on all the expert talks:
www.crick.ac.uk/news/2025-04...
Catch up on all the expert talks:
www.crick.ac.uk/news/2025-04...
“Science uncovered the truth of why my children died, and set me free”
After twenty years in jail, convicted of killing her four children, Kathleen Folbigg is sharing her experience of being falsely accused alongside the team of scientists and lawyers who used advances i...
www.crick.ac.uk
May 2, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Watch ‘Falsely Accused: Justice by Genomics’ held at the Crick this week, with experts in science, medicine and the law discussing the case of Kathleen Folbigg and the role of genomic investigation in unexplained child deaths.
Catch up on all the expert talks:
www.crick.ac.uk/news/2025-04...
Catch up on all the expert talks:
www.crick.ac.uk/news/2025-04...
I'm going to be at the Family History Show at Aintree Racecourse on Saturday talking about getting the most out of your DNA matches and helping out on the Ask the Experts table. thefamilyhistoryshow.com/liverpool/
May 1, 2025 at 1:46 PM
I'm going to be at the Family History Show at Aintree Racecourse on Saturday talking about getting the most out of your DNA matches and helping out on the Ask the Experts table. thefamilyhistoryshow.com/liverpool/
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A new short film from me - Lucy Letby and the Witch Hunt Machine.
The official inquiry into Lucy Letby was set up to learn lessons. Is it looking in the right places?
Contains new interviews with @gill1109.bsky.social and Private Eye's MD Phil Hammond.
youtu.be/nNl1kNysKgw
The official inquiry into Lucy Letby was set up to learn lessons. Is it looking in the right places?
Contains new interviews with @gill1109.bsky.social and Private Eye's MD Phil Hammond.
youtu.be/nNl1kNysKgw
Lucy Letby and the Witch Hunt Machine
YouTube video by Lucy Letby Films
youtu.be
April 9, 2025 at 9:16 AM
A new short film from me - Lucy Letby and the Witch Hunt Machine.
The official inquiry into Lucy Letby was set up to learn lessons. Is it looking in the right places?
Contains new interviews with @gill1109.bsky.social and Private Eye's MD Phil Hammond.
youtu.be/nNl1kNysKgw
The official inquiry into Lucy Letby was set up to learn lessons. Is it looking in the right places?
Contains new interviews with @gill1109.bsky.social and Private Eye's MD Phil Hammond.
youtu.be/nNl1kNysKgw
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"I wanted to have that be clear — that he’s not on my team and I’m not on his" - me on Emil Kirkegaard in this great piece from @undark.org: undark.org/2025/03/26/u...
In Genetics, a Tense Coexistence of Mainstream and Fringe Views
In an era of open data, genome-wide association studies have become entangled with efforts to prove Black inferiority.
undark.org
March 28, 2025 at 6:47 PM
"I wanted to have that be clear — that he’s not on my team and I’m not on his" - me on Emil Kirkegaard in this great piece from @undark.org: undark.org/2025/03/26/u...