Lester Chapman case - Social Services should revise their records

Title

Lester Chapman case - Social Services should revise their records

Genre

Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1979

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Duration

00:01:53

Description

A closer look at the report compiled following the death of 8 year-old Lester Chapman, whose body was found in a ditch.The unidentified male interviewee (apparently an MP) concludes that the system of sending records from one authority to the other should be reviewed. Also, the guidelines as to when cases can be closed should be updated. He hopes to discuss matters further with Social Services Secretary Patrick Jenkin. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

None Identified

Keywords

Accidents; Deaths; Reports; Social workers; Children (age group); Berkshire; Social services; Lester Chapman; Child welfare; Patrick Jenkin; Berkshire County Council

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