YES - Ian Johnston, chief executive, British Association of Social Workers
We don't want local authorities to become more risk averse. However, social workers are now independently regulated professionals, with qualifying training at degree level and protection of title. Acting in good faith is no longer good enough.
Looked-after children's rights must be respected and decisions about their care soundly based, taking account of their own views. Where care falls below acceptable standards the children concerned should be entitled to seek redress and the process to secure compensation must be accessible and user friendly.
YES - Ryan Robson, chairman of the children in care working group, Centre for Social Justice
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