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Blackpool Safeguarding Adults Board
The Blackpool Safeguarding Adult Board is seeking to identify an independent reviewer to complete a newly commissioned Safeguarding Adult Review (SAR).
Case Overview
The review relates to a 40-year-old man who was brought to the ED under Section 136. He stayed for about 20 minutes and left without notification within 30 minutes. He was triaged within five minutes as Priority 3 (Suicidal Ideation), with plans for Audit C, COWS, MH trace, and MHLT referral. He was already assessed in the community as needing a Section 2 bed, but none were available.
The Mental Health Liaison Team (LSCFT) saw him in the mother and baby room due to capacity issues. He appeared guarded, worried about being sectioned, and did not fully understand his rights. He declined further engagement, requested a psychiatrist and a cigarette, and went outside with two police officers. He then absconded by running off and jumping a hedge. Police pursued him, but he did not return. Later that afternoon, NWAS reported he had been found deceased and the coroner was notified.
An ongoing review is examining bed availability, the full timeline (community assessment, Section 2 recommendation, Section 136 detention), and risk-assessment processes between services. GP records show a longstanding history of mental health issues, substance misuse, suicidal ideation, and recent worsening paranoia. The GP last saw him on in August 2025, LSCFT IR Service saw him on 10/08/25 for psychosis symptoms linked to substance use.
Review themes
Key areas of focus are:
- Service provision for those not engaged
- Mental Ill Health
- Availability of Mental Health Beds
- Hospital stays for individuals with complex needs.
- Multi-agency working
How to apply
Please submit the following:
- a covering letter
- Your CV
- Provide contact details for two references
- Will need to confirm their independence by confirming there is no conflict of interest with the review.
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The deadline for receipt of your application is midnight 11th January.
Documents in support of your application will be received via our reviews inbox: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
The bullet points above outline the the particular requirements for this review. Donna’s accompanying documents will also be submitted as she will have oversight of the review.
You are encouraged to apply using other examples of your written work. Donna's CV and published reviews will be sent with your application, as she has oversight of the work.
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New reviewers begin their independent review journey every day. Draw on the relevant experience you have from your background, the soft skills you can bring to this review & the vision you have for the review in question. A well crafted application with reference to the circumstances of the particular review is more relevant and desirable than a standard application designed for any review which references a bank of review experience.
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Donna Ohdedar
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser, solutions focused mentor, public speaker & trainer, Donna offers her university accredited training programme, SILP School. She is also host of the Safeguarding & Domestic Abuse Sector podcast.
