Overview

• Mr Justice Griffiths imposed life sentences on Michael Ives and Kerry Ives with minimum terms of 23 years and 17 years respectively.
• Ethan’s mother, Shannon Ives, was jailed for 12 years after convictions for causing or allowing his death and for child cruelty.
• Medical experts told the court the fatal head injury was inflicted by deliberate force, with more than 40 visible injuries and severe malnutrition at about 10kg.
• CCTV shown to jurors depicted Michael Ives roughly handling Ethan, including carrying him by the upper arm and appearing to punch toward him.
• The North Wales Safeguarding Board is leading an independent child practice review into missed welfare contacts, with Flintshire County Council cooperating.