Downstream: How Austerity Harms Britain’s Most Vulnerable Children w/ Teresa Thornhill

Author and former child protection lawyer Teresa Thornhill discusses the failures of the system in protecting children. Topics include untrained volunteers deciding children's futures, drug policy impact, and long-lasting effects of austerity. She advocates for socialized child care, holistic support for mothers, and innovative solutions like the F-DAC system. The discussion also covers challenges in the legal system, disparities in salaries, the emotional impact of boarding schools, and navigating child protection challenges during COVID-19.