The Council was not at fault. The Council’s Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) followed the correct procedures in relation to a referral made by Mr X’s employer. The LADO managed the process and oversight of the investigation correctly and was not at fault.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Dorset Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Not Upheld
Reference 25-010-692
Sector Children S Care Services
Category Child Protection
Decided 18 June 2026
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