Social Work England v Sara Farnsworth

Social Work England v Sara Farnsworth

The extension of the Interim Suspension Order for 10 months is necessary and proportionate for public protection, given the seriousness of the allegations, the procedural history, and the scheduled final hearing. The Defendant had notice and opportunity to participate, and no consent was received. The order is justified under the Social Workers Regulations 2018 and relevant case law.

Parties
Claimant: Social Work England; Defendant: Sara Farnsworth
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
11 October 2024
Procedural Posture
Judicial Review / Statutory Application / Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order
Outcome
Application for extension of Interim Suspension Order granted
Legal Topics
Interim Suspension Order, Extension of Suspension, Public Protection, Social Worker Regulation
Administrative Law Professional Regulation Interim Suspension Order Extension of Suspension Public Protection Social Worker Regulation

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Parties

Social Work England

Claimant

Sara Farnsworth

Defendant

Procedural Posture

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

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the extension of the Interim Suspension Order is necessary and proportionate for public protection including public confidence
  2. 2 Whether the hearing should proceed in the absence of the Defendant
  3. 3 Whether a private hearing or further restrictions on access to documents are required

Ratio Decidendi

The extension of the Interim Suspension Order for 10 months is necessary and proportionate for public protection, given the seriousness of the allegations, the procedural history, and the scheduled final hearing. The Defendant had notice and opportunity to participate, and no consent was received. The order is justified under the Social Workers Regulations 2018 and relevant case law.

Court Disposition

Application for extension of Interim Suspension Order granted

Orders

  • The Interim Suspension Order made on 11 August 2022 is extended by 10 months until 9 August 2024.
  • The Interim Order shall be reviewed in accordance with Schedule 2 Part 4 Paragraph 14(1) to the Social Workers Regulations 2018.