Monmouthshire Reviews 

**Avoid Jessica Archer and Emma Wood if You Value Your Family’s Wellbeing**

I’m sharing this because I wouldn’t want anyone else to go through what my family has. Dealing with Jessica Archer and Emma Wood was one of the worst experiences of our lives. At first, they came across as nice enough, but things quickly turned ugly.

We found out they’d been bad-mouthing us in reports, saying awful things about me and my family that just weren’t true. When we tried to raise this with management, nothing was done. It felt like they didn’t care at all. In fact, they ignored every single message we sent, leaving us completely in the dark.

Jessica and Emma didn’t just fail at their jobs—they seemed to enjoy tearing us down. They went after my partner, who’s an amazing mum, and made her feel worse and worse every day. Instead of helping, they acted like they wanted to see her break. They even started calling and contacting us outside of work hours, which was beyond unprofessional. It got so bad we had to report them to the police for harassment.

What’s even worse is how they twisted everything to make us look bad. They tried accusing me of being abusive toward my partner to build a case for taking our kids away. Luckily, I didn’t give in and fought back. In the end, we proved them wrong, but it was exhausting, and no family should have to go through that.

Jessica, in particular, acted like she was on some kind of power trip. From what I can tell, she’s barely qualified and thought she could play god with our lives. And after looking online, it turns out we’re not the only ones who’ve had these issues—there are loads of complaints about these two.

The local authority needs to take responsibility for what’s happening. They’re supposed to protect kids and help families, but instead, they let people like Jessica and Emma do whatever they want. No one’s watching them, and when you complain, it just gets swept under the rug.

Families deserve better. Social workers are meant to support people, not tear them apart. If you ever have to deal with Jessica Archer or Emma Wood, be very careful. Keep records of everything because they’ll twist your words and try to use it against you. And honestly, the local authority needs to sort itself out. These people shouldn’t be allowed anywhere near vulnerable families.

This experience was traumatic for us, but we stood our ground and won. I hope this helps someone else avoid the nightmare we went through.

Also serious concerns have arisen regarding the removal of newborns at The Grange Hospital in Gwent, involving Monmouthshire Social Services. There is tangible evidence suggesting that mothers are being signed off from care, led to believe they will have a safe birth, only for their children to be taken into another area and removed through a CVP court hearing.

This week alone, three mothers who gave birth at The Grange Hospital had their children removed under highly questionable circumstances. Reports indicate that children are not being officially signed off, yet social services are allegedly working behind the scenes in direct communication with the midwifery team to ensure these newborns are taken into care.

Such actions are not only unethical but illegal. The lack of transparency and due process raises serious concerns about the rights of parents and the wellbeing of the children involved. Urgent investigation and accountability are required to prevent further harm to vulnerable families. Any parents giving birth at The Grange Hospital should seek independent legal advice immediately.

My Experience with Monmouthshire Social Services: A Call for Reform

Over the past years, I’ve had the unfortunate experience of dealing with Monmouthshire Social Services. What I encountered led me to believe that there are serious systemic issues that need urgent attention and reform.

The actions I witnessed, including false accusations and misleading information, have deeply affected my family. The way certain social workers, like Jessica Archer, operated throughout my case was disturbing. They seemed to prioritize agendas over truth, causing harm to families who were simply trying to maintain a stable and happy life. In my experience, the department seemed to act on hearsay and unverified reports, often making life-changing decisions without sufficient evidence or consideration of the family's well-being.

It’s crucial to understand that while social services’ mandate is to protect children, when these organizations are unaccountable or act without due process, they can cause significant harm. Families that are subjected to unjust treatment often feel helpless, with no clear path to challenge decisions that they believe are both wrong and damaging.

The issue I faced wasn’t just personal—it’s part of a larger pattern where social services have the power to make life-altering decisions based on potentially flawed or incomplete information. In many cases, families are not given a fair chance to defend themselves, and children are unnecessarily removed from their homes, which can lead to long-term trauma.

As citizens, we have the right to speak out against injustices. Freedom of speech is a vital principle, enshrined in laws like the Human Rights Act (in the UK), which allows us to challenge abuses and call for accountability. However, while we have the right to express our views, it's crucial to do so in a way that is both responsible and respectful, ensuring that our words are based on fact and do not harm innocent parties or escalate conflicts unnecessarily.

I urge others who have faced similar situations to come forward, not just to share their experiences, but to push for real changes in how social services are held accountable. The system should prioritize transparency, fairness, and the true well-being of children and families—not agendas or personal biases.