Timely, but funding looks paltry

UNDENIABLY, the long overdue appointment of a children’s ombudsman could hardly be more opportune.

Nor, in the wake of the Soham trial, as concerns are voiced over the weakness of this country’s system for vetting people engaged in child work, could it be more timely.

The Children’s Rights Alliance (CRI) has hit the nail on the head by focusing on the need to ensure newly-appointed Ombudsman Emily Logan gets the necessary resources for the job.