We cannot investigate Miss X's complaint about a social worker's involvement in child welfare proceedings. The law says we cannot investigate matters considered by a court or issues that are too closely linked to court proceedings.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
London Borough of Southwark
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Other
Reference 25-026-707
Sector Children S Care Services
Category Child Protection
Decided 23 July 2026
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