Social workers are either a hostile presence swooping in to remove children from struggling families or are shown to be hoodwinked by parents who are neglectful or worse. Always, the two are at odds with each other. But last week on EastEnders, they showed things a little differently.
At the age of just 12, Lily Slater – daughter of Walford legend Stacey – finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. Due to concerns about her ability to raise a child, social workers have become involved. They suggest a family group conference, bringing together Lily and her young boyfriend’s families. To work out how best to go forward without the baby being taken into the care of a stranger or adopted.
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