Council Apologizes to Paralyzed Man Over Tenancy

Peter Badger, a 64-year-old grandfather from Millbrook, was left paralysed from the neck down after two brain bleeds and was unable to verbally end his £350-per-month tenancy. His daughters attempted to cancel the agreement on his behalf but were horrified when a council representative suggested that Peter could 'blink' to confirm the termination. Amber Badger, one of his daughters, criticized the request as 'so disrespectful', highlighting the lack of sensitivity given her father's condition. Following public outrage, Southampton City Council has apologised for the distress caused and acknowledged the need to review its procedures. The family had been seeking to manage Peter's affairs through power of attorney, but the process had been slow since his move to a nursing home in July. The council has now committed to working with the Badger family to resolve the situation promptly.