Lynn Ruane (Independent)
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It is unfortunate the witnesses did not acknowledge any of the issues, even in the slightest way, with some foster placements and the overreach of some foster carers. Much of what they said is right but their response, in many ways, proves my point. All the blame was put on the parental aspect and the child's trauma, and not on the fact that many foster carers do not understand complex trauma, and further compound trauma on top of the trauma that is already brought into their home. It is important for that to be acknowledged if we are to ensure foster placements do not break down.