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London Borough of Lambeth

LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman) Other Reference 25-012-138 Sector Children S Care Services Category Fostering Decided 11 February 2026

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Publisher summary

We have upheld Ms X’s complaint that the Council failed to consider offering financial compensation or acknowledge the distress it caused. The Council has agreed to apologise to Ms X, offer her compensation and make service improvements.

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