In Harm’s Way

In this compelling audiobook, child protection lawyer Teresa Thornhill reveals the complexities and challenges within the Family Court system of England and Wales, where crucial decisions about vulnerable children are made in secrecy. Through the lens of her experiences representing parents, she confronts the profound dilemmas faced by those involved in care proceedings, highlighting how the under-resourced system often fails to support struggling families. This insightful account calls for critical reflection on a child protection framework that, despite its intent, struggles to protect the very children it aims to serve.