The inquiry was launched this month as nurse Letby was given a whole life sentence for the murder of seven babies and the attempted murders of six more at the Countess of Chester hospital.
Among issues being considered is concerns that hospital management failed to act on reports made by colleagues into Letby’s conduct.
BASW wants to ensure that the “the vital importance” of the role of children’s social workers within multi-agency safeguarding teams for hospital workers to report concerns to is considered. This role is especially important for doctors and nurses due to concerns around the working culture within hospitals, said the social workers' organisation.
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