Reinstated foster care team leader John Rolé never imagined his removal would result in such an overwhelming public response and he hopes his experience will spawn a discussion about much needed change to the system.

Looking serene but drained, Mr Rolé told Times of Malta in his first interview since his ordeal that he was relieved and grateful to be back in the job.

On Friday, he was informed that he would be transferred from Aġenzija Appoġġ to another department.

The move sparked an online petition and an outcry from foster carers, social workers and former fostered children.

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