KEY mistakes that played a role in the death of a disabled sailor have been acted on and resolved, an inquest has heard.
Stephen Hague died after the adapted boat he was sailing in on Windermere capsized after being knocked by a heavy gust of wind.
The former police officer was enjoying a group sail at Blackwell Sailing Club when he was caught under the boat for around 20 minutes at around midday on June 12 2019.
The 57-year-old died despite the efforts of club volunteers , lake wardens and emergency services to resuscitate him, the hearing at Cockermouth Coroner’s Court was told.