Case Reviews of Safeguarding Incidents

Case Reviews

A look at harm to and deaths of children that could have been prevented had safeguarding been properly implemented at various stages and levels.

The Conviction of Vanessa George

The Conviction of Vanessa George

"The conviction of Vanessa George highlights the need for stronger recruitment checks, vigilant safeguarding practices, and a robust reporting culture in childcare settings." ...more

Case Reviews

March 18, 2025•3 min read

Shafilea Ahmed

Shafilea Ahmed

"Shafilea Ahmed's tragic death highlights the importance of recognising honour-based abuse, taking disclosures seriously, and ensuring multi-agency collaboration." ...more

Case Reviews

March 14, 2025•4 min read

Awaab Ishak

Awaab Ishak

"Awaab Ishak’s death highlights the need for early years practitioners to recognise unsafe housing, report concerns, and advocate for children’s health and safety." ...more

Case Reviews

March 04, 2025•2 min read

Alfie Steele

Alfie Steele

"Alfie Steele’s death highlights the need for professional vigilance, prompt action on abuse concerns, and collaboration to protect children from harm." ...more

Case Reviews

February 17, 2025•2 min read

Andy Ang Wei Jie

Andy Ang Wei Jie

"Andy Ang Wei Jie’s tragic death highlights the need for early intervention, recognising abuse signs, and strong safeguarding practices to protect vulnerable children." ...more

Case Reviews

February 12, 2025•3 min read

Isabella Jonas-Wheildon

Isabella Jonas-Wheildon

"Isabella Jonas-Wheildon's case highlights missed opportunities for early intervention, stressing the importance of vigilance and community involvement in child protection." ...more

Case Reviews

February 04, 2025•2 min read

Poppy Widdison

Poppy Widdison

"The Poppy Widdison case highlights failures in safeguarding, emphasising the need for better risk assessments, inter-agency communication, and vigilance against disguised compliance." ...more

Case Reviews

January 30, 2025•2 min read

Child F

Child F

"The Child F case highlights the need for better parental assessments, targeted support for young parents, and improved inter-agency communication in safeguarding." ...more

Case Reviews

January 15, 2025•2 min read

Liam Fee

Liam Fee

"The Liam Fee case underscores the need for stronger inter-agency communication, thorough risk assessments, and enhanced training to prevent child abuse tragedies." ...more

Case Reviews

January 14, 2025•2 min read

Alison Kelly - The importance of complete and accurate data

Alison Kelly - The importance of complete and accurate data

"Alison Kelly's testimony in the Lucy Letby inquiry highlights the vital role of decisive action in safeguarding, stressing the need to trust professional instincts." ...more

Case Reviews

January 13, 2025•2 min read

Jacob Lennon

Jacob Lennon

"Jacob Lennon's tragic case highlights the need for vigilance, inter-agency communication, and timely intervention to protect vulnerable children from abuse and neglect." ...more

Case Reviews

January 06, 2025•2 min read

Shannon Mathews

Shannon Mathews

"Shannon Matthews' case highlights the importance of early risk identification, inter-agency collaboration, and parental support to prevent child abuse and improve safeguarding practices." ...more

Case Reviews

January 05, 2025•2 min read