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China's foreign ministry said it "strongly condemns" the visit and that it had "lodged serious protests with the US".

When button batteries are lodged in the body, their electrical current breaks down water, driving up alkalinity to dangerous levels akin to bleach.

Plans for the development have been lodged with West Norfolk Council.

The ministry said it had upheld fines that were first announced in May after dismissing appeals lodged by the companies.

After an internal grievance procedure lodged by Letby was upheld in her favour, though, the way was paved for her to return to nursing.