The case shows alarming neglect and lack of follow-up support for a young mother, Deveca Rose, raising two sets of twins under distressing living conditions.
Health visitor Susan Hamilton expressed regret over the lack of follow-up after her final visit: "Although there had been some improvement... you were unconvinced that those changes were consistent or were going to continue to improve."
Social worker Georgia Singh highlighted ongoing concerns for the family's safety and wellbeing, noting the filthy condition of the home: "There were high risk factors, alarm bells ringing, particularly when you go into the home and the home is in a filthy condition."
During cross-examination, defense barrister Laurie-Anne Power KC pointed out how the pandemic disrupted support services, saying, "Something should have been done to make sure someone from your team or another team continued to offer support."
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