Three men charged over allegations of child cruelty at Wirral school

Three men have been charged in connection with allegations of child cruelty at an independent school in Wirral.

An investigation was launched after video footage recorded by an undercover journalist at the Life School came to light in 17 June.

• Elliot Miller, 21 years, of Bradman Close, Liscard has been charged with common assault of an adult between 20 March and 27 May 2024, a Section 5 public order offence on 4 April; two counts of assault by beating on 23 April and common assault on 22 March

• Daniel McNulty-Doyle, 21 years, of Rockfarm Grove, Little Neston has been charged with using threatening, abusive word or behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress on 18 April

• Oliver Nugent, 26 years, of Seaview Avenue, Irby has been charged with assault be beating on 23 April

Detective Inspector Peter Rexwinkel said: “We know this investigation has raised concern in the community, and - working alongside partners in the local authority and health bodies - support has been and will continue to be provided to the pupils and families affected.

“The Life School permanently closed after the alleged incidents came to light and enquiries into the alleged incidents are continuing.

“An independent Child Safeguarding Practice Review will take place, and referrals are being made to professional bodies to safeguard people in future.” First for all the latest news from across the UK every hour on Hits Radio on DAB, at hitsradio.co.uk and on the Rayo app.