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Published On 28 Oct 202528 Oct 2025
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THE family of a boy of two murdered by his grandparents are calling for a change in the law.
Ethan Ives-Griffiths was found injured at the home of his mum’s parents but social workers were turned away.
Now relatives on the paternal side have set up a petition for “Ethan’s Law” — giving child services extra powers to bring in police if denied entry.
Mold crown court was told Michael Ives, 47, and Kerry Ives, 46, subjected Ethan to “casual brutality” in Flintshire, North Wales.
They were convicted after a jury heard he was hit or shaken.
Ethan’s mother Shannon Ives, 28, had been living with them and was convicted of causing or allowing his death.
They will be sentenced in October.
Ethan’s paternal family set up a petition calling for an update in child protection services.
The petition also calls for checks to be carried out every five to seven days as opposed to the current 10-days.
It states: “Let us come together to push for these crucial reforms in child protection services.
“By signing this petition, you join us in advocating for the safety and security of all children like Ethan, ensuring that no child suffers in silence.
So far, the petition for ‘Ethan’s Law’ has over 400 signatures.
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