A North East safeguarding specialist has explained how coronavirus restrictions kept her awake with worry due to the fact social workers were unable to keep an eye on vulnerable children in the most effective way.
Paula Mead, the independent chairman of the Northumberland and North Tyneside Safeguarding Board (SAB) referenced the horrific murders of Arthur Labinjo Hughes and Star Hobson in 2020 after she was asked by Coun Wayne Daley whether there were any safeguarding concerns that kept her "up at night with worry."
Mrs Mead was speaking at Thursday's meeting of Northumberland County Council's family and children's services overview and scrutiny committee, which Coun Daley chairs.
