Derby Council has suspended its director of children’s services after only four months in the job. The council has refused to say why Ros Vahey has been suspended but did confirm that she was under internal investigation. Rita Sylvester has been appointed as a temporary replacement. What do you think? Join the debate on CareSpace Keep up to date with the latest developments in social care. Sign up to our daily and weekly e-mails Related articles
Council suspends children’s services director
Derby Council has suspended its director of children’s services after only four months in the job.
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