The abuse of the residents at Whorlton Hall was captured on secret recordings by an undercover BBC reporter posing as a care worker. Ex Whorlton Hall staff members Peter Bennett, Matthew Banner, Ryan Fuller and John Sanderson have been sentenced for ill-treating residents. “We need a complete overhaul of the system, as well as urgent reform of mental health law, and funding for community mental health and social care services. Immediate action was taken and within 36 hours of the programme being aired, several carers employed at Whorlton Hall were arrested at their home addresses and interviewed by police. The four former staff members caught on secret recordings ill-treating residents at Whorlton Hall (Image: CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE)“The case raises concerns, particularly for those who have vulnerable relatives or friends who require specialist care.

Source: The Times January 20, 2024 18:09 UTC