'Baby P' boss sues Haringey over sacking

The social work boss sacked over the death of Baby P today lodged a claim for unfair dismissal.

Sharon Shoesmith formally lodged a claim against Haringey council at an employment tribunal.

The 55-year-old was dismissed without compensation by Haringey last month after a damning report into her department's failings.

She launched an attempt to overturn the decision but a panel of councillors rejected her appeal.

Employment law experts say Ms Shoesmith could be in line for a payout of up to £173,000 if she can prove that the council was wrong to sack her.