baby p sentencing

[danchip]

can anyone shed any light on what the legal reasons for postponing the sentence in this case could be

[voltr4m4x]

Yes, the judge in the case needs to satisfy himself (or herself, as case may be) that ALL outstanding matters have been effectively dealt with in the first place, such as ensuring that the gross misconduct or negligence on the part of the social services department has been dealt with. As you will no doubt know, some matters have been dealt with by way of instant dismissal of various personnel who have left without pay or pension rights, so a start has been made in that direction. But that is only the beginning. A lot more has yet to follow before proper sentencing can begin.

Once everything has been effectively dealt with, the judge can then turn his attention to the people who were ultimately responsible for this dreadful affair. Be aware that these people are already in custody awaiting sentence, which, hopefully, will be for a very long time.