'A risk to life': Social workers called out for no-shows on keeping kids safe (opens original article in a new tab)

Social workers from Oranga Tamariki are not attending critical meetings to protect abused children, according to the chief victims advisor, who calls it a risk to life. The agency cites staffing issues but says they provide necessary information even when not present.

• Chief victims advisor Ruth Money criticizes Oranga Tamariki for missing critical meetings to protect abused children.
• Oranga Tamariki cites staffing constraints and urgent calls as reasons for non-attendance but claims they provide case information even when not present.
• Multi-agency meetings vary in attendance, with some regions reporting low participation, raising concerns about child safety and information sharing.