Kate Garraway received a response from the council regarding an “unsettling post” she made. The post highlighted ongoing issues with “bills, demands, threatens of bailiffs” that had been persisting for years.
Kate Garraway said the issue of “bills, demands, threatens of bailiffs” had been going on for years.
Kate Garraway recently revealed that she’s received a response from a north London council regarding the concerning issue of mail, bills, and threats of bailiffs addressed to her late husband. Despite her announcement in January of Derek Draper’s passing after his battle with long-term effects of Covid, the 56-year-old presenter expressed her ongoing struggle to reach Haringey Council for assistance with this matter. Although Haringey Council has yet to comment on the situation in response to a BBC inquiry, Garraway shared on Good Morning Britain (GMB) that the council has finally made contact with her, raising hopes for a resolution to the issue.
Earlier this week, she reached out to Haringey Council on X, formerly known as Twitter, seeking assistance with a plea, stating, “please help.”
Providing an update during her hosting duties on ITV’s GMB, she clarified that her intention was not to criticize the council, but rather to express her profound frustration.
“I’m not keen on posting on Twitter myself, but there’s a valid point raised by many reputable individuals, like Martin Lewis, who suggest that social media monitoring teams are often better staffed than those handling phone calls. Therefore, the delay in the algorithm recognizing someone’s passing isn’t necessarily about the act of posting, but rather understanding that there may be a lag before the algorithm catches up with the news of someone’s demise.”
Garraway expressed that for “three or four years,” she has been dealing with the persistent issue of receiving “bills, demands, threats of bailiffs” addressed to her unwell husband. She mentioned, “I’ve been managing these obligations, but certain accounts bear a different name, and it’s been challenging to reach out and notify the appropriate parties of his passing. I believe many others share this frustrating experience, as they endeavor to resolve such matters.”
She noted that while some organizations have designated support personnel to assist with issues following a death, others, such as the council, seem to lack this resource.
“It feels like I’m having the same conversation over and over,” she remarked.
Following her initial post on X, Haringey Council has reached out to her, requesting her details.
“It shouldn’t take a public outcry for action to be taken,” she emphasized.
The last year of her husband’s life was documented in an ITV documentary titled “Kate Garraway: Derek’s Story,” which continued the narrative from two previous programs detailing Draper’s battle with Covid and Garraway’s challenges navigating the healthcare system.
Recognized for her contributions to broadcasting, journalism, and charity work, she was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in June 2023.
During the program, Garraway disclosed the daunting £16,000 monthly cost of her husband’s care, surpassing her own salary from ITV and leading to substantial debts.
It’s definitely been a concerning situation, and many people are curious about what happened and how it was addressed. Kate’s openness and courage in sharing her experience have sparked important conversations about safety and accountability. Stay tuned as we delve into the details of the council’s response and what it means for the community. Let’s come together to understand and support each other in navigating these challenging situations. More updates coming soon.
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