Peter Connelly's Tragic Story Quiz

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Who was convicted of 'causing or allowing' Peter Connelly's death?

The doctors who saw him 60 times

The social workers from Haringey council

His mother Tracey (correct)

The police officers involved in the case

How many injuries did Peter Connelly suffer before his death?

30 injuries

40 injuries

20 injuries

50 injuries (correct)

What did the serious case review published in 2010 reveal about Peter's death?

It should and could have been prevented (correct)

The agencies involved were not at fault

It could not have been prevented

The media exaggerated the situation

After how many months of cruelty was Peter found dead?

8 months Signup and view all the answers

What was the main finding about the practice of agencies involved in Peter's care?

It was completely inadequate Signup and view all the answers

What did the media focus on after Peter's death?

The failings of social services in the area Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the political and media furore following the SCR's report?

The social workers and their boss, Sharon Shoesmith Signup and view all the answers

Why did the political and media furore largely center around the social workers and Sharon Shoesmith?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

Who ordered the removal of Sharon Shoesmith live on TV?

Ed Balls Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 'Baby P effect' on social workers across the country?

A surge in child protection referrals and children being taken into care Signup and view all the answers

How did the 'Baby P effect' impact social workers' ability to spot urgent cases?

It made it harder for social workers to spot those needing urgent action Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 'Baby P effect' on social workers' defensive practice?

Social workers became defensive in their practice, focused on following procedures rather than what would most make a difference to children Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of other agencies to the 'Baby P effect'?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 'Baby P effect' on the number of assessments carried out by social workers?

'Too many assessments were carried out 'to no real purpose' other than ensuring services would be covered if something went wrong' Signup and view all the answers

Who was labeled as a ‘fight for justice’ and called for sackings of all those involved at Haringey?

Rebekah Brooks Signup and view all the answers

Peter Connelly's Tragic Story Quiz

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