Investigation reports

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‘Significant failings’ in care of service user with special needs

A man said his autistic son’s health deteriorated because the Western Trust did not properly address his needs. Our investigation found that the Trust failed to provide a reasonable level of care and support to both the boy and his family over a 21-year period.

Health & Social Care

Upheld

29 January 2025

3 findings available

Investigation into CCEA’s handling of student’s exam grade appeal

07 December 2021

We found no maladministration in the way the Council for the Curriculum, Examination and Assessment’s made its decision about an exam grade, but were critical of the system it had in place for receiving appeals.

Investigation Report

Nursery school addresses record keeping and SEN policy application following parent’s complaint

25 May 2021

Case Summary

Restrictive Practices in Northern Ireland Schools - an overview report

15 May 2021

This report contains details of investigations into restrictive practices in schools, identifies recurring themes, and includes a number of recommendations to the Department of Education.

Own Initiative Investigation