"I share the public’s sense of outrage at this shocking crime.
"It is right that Haringey Council has taken responsibility, held staff accountable and is putting in place comprehensive measures to address shortcomings in child protection services.
"Haringey is home to some of the most vulnerable children in society and they deserve the best possible services to keep them safe.
"The challenge faced by social workers in Haringey every day is immense.
"Those of us in Government must continue to do all we can to ensure social workers are supported to do their jobs well and have the resources – including in a time of economic downturn - to provide robust safeguards in what is one of the most deprived communities in Britain."
Rt. Hon. David Lammy MP
Member of Parliament for Tottenham
2nd May 2009
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