SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND v VERONICA SUSAN RALPH

SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND v VERONICA SUSAN RALPH

The extension of the interim suspension order is necessary for public protection and public interest, given the seriousness and risk associated with the allegations, lack of engagement from the Defendant, and ongoing disciplinary proceedings.

Parties
Claimant: Social Work England; Defendant: Veronica Susan Ralph
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
16 May 2022
Procedural Posture
Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order / Judgment on Application
Outcome
Application granted
Legal Topics
Interim Suspension Orders, Extension of Orders, Public Protection, Disciplinary Proceedings
Administrative Law Professional Regulation Interim Suspension Orders Extension of Orders Public Protection Disciplinary Proceedings

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Parties

Social Work England

Claimant

Veronica Susan Ralph

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order / Judgment on Application

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether a 12-month extension of the interim suspension order is necessary for public protection or in the public interest

Ratio Decidendi

The extension of the interim suspension order is necessary for public protection and public interest, given the seriousness and risk associated with the allegations, lack of engagement from the Defendant, and ongoing disciplinary proceedings.

Court Disposition

Application granted

Orders

  • 12-month extension of interim suspension order to 24.5.23