Social Work England v CW

Social Work England v CW

The extension of the interim suspension order is necessary and proportionate for public protection, given the seriousness of the allegations, risk of harm, and the procedural status of the case. Anonymity is sufficient to protect the interests of children involved.

Parties
Claimant: Social Work England; Defendant: CW
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
13 October 2022
Procedural Posture
Judicial Review / Regulatory Application / Interim Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order
Outcome
Application for extension of interim suspension order granted
Legal Topics
Interim Suspension Order, Extension of Order, Open Justice, Anonymity, Public Protection
Administrative Law Regulatory Law Interim Suspension Order Extension of Order Open Justice Anonymity Public Protection

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Parties

Social Work England

Claimant

CW

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Judicial Review / Regulatory Application / Interim Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether to extend the interim suspension order against the defendant social worker
  2. 2 Whether anonymity and open justice requirements are met
  3. 3 Whether the extension period sought is justified

Ratio Decidendi

The extension of the interim suspension order is necessary and proportionate for public protection, given the seriousness of the allegations, risk of harm, and the procedural status of the case. Anonymity is sufficient to protect the interests of children involved.

Court Disposition

Application for extension of interim suspension order granted

Orders

  • Extension of interim suspension order to 19.1.23
  • No order as to costs