A nursery in Hertfordshire is facing legal action after a two-year-old girl, Sadie Salt, died from choking on a sausage. The incident occurred on November 12, 2020, when Sadie was eating lunch with 25 other children at Mini Learners nursery in Radlett. She was taken to the hospital but passed away two days later. Hertsmere Borough Council, which oversees local health and safety regulations, announced that it has authorized a prosecution under health and safety laws after a comprehensive investigation into the incident. Sadie’s parents, Zoe and Adam Salt, shared their feelings through a solicitor, stating that nearly six years have passed since their daughter's death, and they continue to experience deep grief and heartbreak. They thanked Hertsmere Borough Council for conducting a thorough investigation and emphasized the importance of allowing the legal process to proceed. They are now waiting for the outcome of an inquest into Sadie’s death, which was opened and adjourned in 2022. The inquest aims to determine the exact circumstances surrounding her death and provide answers to the family. Since Sadie’s death, her parents have been actively campaigning to prevent nurseries from feeding high-risk foods, such as sausages and grapes, to children under five. They believe such foods can pose a choking hazard to young children who are still learning how to eat safely. Their efforts have brought attention to the importance of food safety in early childhood education settings. Jill Paterson, a lawyer from the firm Leigh Day, described the decision to prosecute as an important milestone for Sadie’s family. She praised the family for their strength and resilience over the years and confirmed that her firm will continue to support them as they seek clarity about what happened to Sadie at the nursery in November 2020. The case has sparked broader discussions about safety protocols in childcare environments and the responsibilities of nursery staff in preventing such tragic incidents.