protecting children

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Experts demand major overhaul of safeguarding system to protect children with disabilities from abuse at children’s homes

A report investigating abuse and neglect in residential settings for disabled children sets out the case for fundamental changes in provision.

The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has published recommendations to improve the care, welfare and outcomes for children with disabilities and complex health needs living in residential settings .

Last October, the panel published a...

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Government action following murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes

The government has launched a national review and local inspection following the murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes.

From: Department for Education and The Rt Hon Nadhim Zahawi MP

Published - 5 December 2021

Last updated - 13 December 2021 — See all updates

A major review into the circumstances leading up to murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes has been launched by the...

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Families to be given advice on protecting children from household cleaning products

Devon’s health visiting teams will be handing out free magnetic notepads carrying safety advice this September to help families ensure that young children and toddlers are kept safe in the home.

The notepads feature key safety advice and will serve as a helpful reminder to thousands of busy families.

The notepads are part of the ‘Take Action Today, Put Them Away’ campaign to...

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