Judge rejects Scout leaders' appeal in case of 16-year-old's death during trip in Wales.

A judge has rejected Scout leaders' appeal against an inquest verdict that found them responsible for the unlawful killing of 16-year-old Ben Leonard, who died after falling 200 feet during a Scout trip in North Wales in 2018. The inquest found negligence by both the leaders and The Scout Association, leading to Ben's death. The Scout Association stated they prioritize the safety and wellbeing of young people and have made changes to their safety policies.

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