The Dundee Children and Young Persons Protection Committee has commissioned an independent review of any potential issues for child protection services surrounding Brandon Muir's death.

It is headed by Peter Wilson, former chief constable of Fife Constabulary, and is being carried out in addition to a significant case review which is required under such circumstances.

Committee chairman Fred McBride said: "Brandon Muir's death has been a shock for everyone in children's services from all the organisations involved. The independent review we have instigated will look at the circumstances surrounding events.

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"Should the review indicate that any changes are necessary to our child protection procedures, we will ensure that these are implemented. If there is more we can do to involve communities in the role of child protection, we will also look at that as it is a priority for us to ensure that the public can get in touch with us if they have concerns."

He said it is difficult to put a timescale on the review but said Mr Wilson has been asked to complete his final report as quickly as possible. The results of the review will be made public.

Alan Baird, director of social work at Dundee City Council, said: "The death of a child is always a sad matter. This was a particularly tragic set of events and Brandon's death came as a shock to everyone.

"The independent inquiry by Peter Wilson will look at all the circumstances to see what lessons can be learned for child protection services. The agencies who do their best to protect vulnerable children welcome the help that people in our communities can provide by passing on any concerns they have.

"If the inquiry puts forward proposals that could lead to an improvement in this or any other area, we will make sure they are fully implemented."

Helen Wright, convener of Dundee City Council's social work and health committee, said: "The whole community is saddened and in a state of disbelief at the loss of this young life and I share their sadness and disbelief."