Professor Eileen Munro’s final report makes a total of 15 recommendations, including a call for professionals to have greater freedom from government controls and the ability for local areas to develop their own child protection services.
Bob Reitemeier, chief executive of the Children’s Society, said that for the Munro report to truly make a difference to children's lives, the reforms will need to be implemented in full with clear support for frontline staff and backed with appropriate resources.
"It is vital that social workers have the time and space to make decisions that are in the best interests of children and it is equally important for children to have their voices heard, allowing them to actively influence decisions about their lives.
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