For over 16 years, Worcester County Council has systematically failed thousands of Special Educational Needs (SEN), disabled, and seriously ill children and young people, along with their families. These failures were not only systemic but deliberate, causing irreversible damage to the very individuals they were legally obligated to protect and support. The severity of the situation demands immediate attention and action from both the local and national governments.

The actions of Worcester County Council, rooted in neglect and mismanagement, have left countless families in turmoil. There is compelling evidence that suggests a calculated effort to hide these failures, and shockingly, a cover-up facilitated by some within the organization. We insist on transparency and accountability. We demand an independent inquiry to thoroughly investigate how the council has utilized public funds intended for children's services. Where have millions of pounds gone if not towards providing essential services to these vulnerable children and young people?

Moreover, the council's actions have eroded trust within the community, undermining confidence in public services meant to safeguard our children. An independent inquiry would help restore trust by revealing the truth and laying the groundwork for comprehensive reforms to prevent such grave injustices from occurring again. This inquiry should involve consultations with affected families to fully understand the breadth and depth of the harm caused.

Worcester County Council must take full responsibility for its actions and inactions. The inquiry should also identify those culpable of misconduct, ensuring that appropriate actions are taken against them. It is crucial for justice to be served, not only for the affected families but to send a strong message to any institution contemplating such negligence in the future.

We urge you to support our call for an independent inquiry to expose the truth, seek justice for those who have suffered, and initiate reforms to protect our children and young people. Please sign this petition to demand change and accountability from Worcester County Council.