We cannot investigate Mrs X’s complaint about the Council’s handling of child protection matters because it is closely connected to care proceedings. The law says we cannot investigate complaints about court action or what happened in court.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
West Berkshire Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Other
Reference 25-027-206
Sector Children S Care Services
Category Other
Decided 28 July 2026
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