According to reports, last July, private maternity nurse, Emily Waters, was found responsible for injuring the newborn twins in her care. She looked after the children for 12 days in 2023.
In a rare move, judge Judith Rowe has named Waters as she said ‘It would be difficult to explain to the public why the name of the perpetrator was hidden, without a compelling reason.
‘Beyond the question of public interest, publication will significantly add to the safeguards against the rise posed to children by Ms Waters.’
In light of the case, the National Nanny Association says it is intensifying its efforts for comprehensive reforms for nannies, engaging directly with MPs Robie Moore and Chris Coughlan, as well as the Department for Education, to expedite the implementation of robust regulatory measures.
The Association has long championed for mandatory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks for all individuals working closely with children under its Road to Nanny Regulation campaign, which it launched in 2023.
Founders of the Association, Maria Culley and Allie Bell said, 'We urge policymakers, childcare professionals, and families to unite in support of these necessary reforms. Together, we can build a safer and more accountable environment for our children, ensuring that such tragedies are prevented in the future.'
