Can CCTV really stop children being abused in nurseries?
With reports of abuse and deaths fuelling concern among parents, questions are growing over whether CCTV can offer real protection for children - or not.
AI Summary
Following several high-profile deaths and abuse cases at UK nurseries, including the deaths of nine-month-old Genevieve and 14-month-old Noah, and convictions of workers for abuse, English ministers and MPs are examining whether mandatory CCTV in all nurseries should be implemented to better protect children. The article explores whether CCTV can realistically prevent abuse and deaths in early years settings, while the rest of the UK currently has no plans for mandatory camera installation.