A mother jailed for cruelty and assault against her son – Jamie’s story

A mother who subjected her young son to repeated abuse, including forcing his head into a cat litter tray, has been sentenced to six months in prison.Ruth Anne Jennings, 53, of Oakvale Place in Maghera, was sentenced at Londonderry Crown Court on Monday after pleading guilty to three counts of assaulting her son, Jamie Jennings.The court was told that two of the assaults took place in 2012, with a third occurring in 2016.Jamie Jennings spoke to Tara and Declan about the years of abuse he endured at the hands of his mother ahead of her sentencing with her then-partner, Brian McMaster- who was also sentenced to six months in jail on Monday.He’s the youngest of four boys who lived with their mother in north Antrim.Jamie tells us what it was like growing up in their house. He also talks about overcoming the abuse, and how moving in with his Granny meant life would never be as miserable again. Now with his own baby girl, he talks about the father he will be.This episode deals with issues around child abuse, and has occasional strong language.For help and advice: www.bbc.co.uk/actionlineGet in touch: [email protected]