In June this year, the Government halted the Vetting and Barring Scheme. There seemed to be a collective sigh of relief, but not from me. I think everybody who works with children, and in particular nannies, should be made to undergo vigorous checks and be registered to work with children.

I do buy that the scheme may have been a little over zealous, but I think that is better than another Ian Huntley case! (more…)