Staff roles unclear in certain cases

ONE case reviewed by the panel involved a young person who had been in care from the age of two and had attempted suicide.

The review indicated that the young person had been abused and neglected prior to entering care, had serious mental health and behavioural problems, and had moved a number of times while in care.

The review found evidence of significant staff commitment to him, but that his needs were so complex it was difficult to meet them.