Dame Christine Gilbert Appointed to Lead Review of Ofsted's Response to Ruth Perry's Death

Concerns arise over the independence of the review, as Gilbert's previous role as chief inspector of Ofsted is scrutinized.

Professor Julia Waters, sister of Ruth Perry, expresses skepticism over the independence of the review led by former Ofsted chief, Dame Christine Gilbert.
The review, announced in January, aims to investigate Ofsted's response to the death of headteacher Ruth Perry, who took her own life after a critical Ofsted inspection.
Education unions and Perry's family raise concerns about the review's impartiality, given Gilbert's past association with Ofsted.
Dame Christine Gilbert pledges a thorough examination of Ofsted's practices from the inspection to the conclusion of the coroner's inquest.
The 'Big Listen' public consultation and the review's findings aim to address long-standing issues within Ofsted, despite criticisms on the scope of inquiry.