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How Safe Are Our Nurseries?

After a nine-month-old baby dies at a Stockport nursery, an investigation into what can happen behind closed doors. Is enough being done to protect children?

After a nine-month-old baby died due to being strapped to a beanbag by a nursery worker in Stockport, her parents ask how similar future tragedies can be prevented.

Reporter Hayley Hassall assesses the impact of changes to the inspection system and hears from whistleblowers who say some providers mislead parents and the authorities about the standards of care they provide.

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29 minutes

On TV

Today 22:40
BBC One except Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland HD, Scotland & Scotland HD

Credits

Series Editor Gail Champion
Editor Mike Lewis
Reporter Hayley Hassall
Producer Alan Haslam
Producer Eleanor Layhe
Director Eleanor Layhe
Unknown Ella Rule

Broadcasts

  • Mon 7 Apr 2025 20:30
    BBC One North West & North West HD only
  • Today 22:40
    BBC One except Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland HD, Scotland & Scotland HD
  • Today 23:45
    BBC One Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD only

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