Newham's Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Newham councillors are considering the impact of domestic abuse on children, a key safeguarding issue for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.
In November 2026, a report warned Newham councillors that domestic abuse causes lasting harm to children's mental health, confidence, education, and future relationships. Newham Council's Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee is considering the impact of domestic abuse on children and young people in the borough. This includes reviewing local needs, support services, and partnership responses, acknowledging children as victims under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.
Newham's Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is a central point in the borough for receiving contacts related to safeguarding issues. This includes concerns about domestic abuse, which the hub helps to coordinate responses to. The ongoing discussions by councillors are directly relevant to the work and focus of the MASH in protecting vulnerable children and young people.
Key facts
- In November 2026, a report warned Newham councillors that domestic abuse can cause lasting harm to children. Source
- Newham Council's Education, Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee is considering the impact of domestic abuse on children. Source
- The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 recognises children as victims in their own right. Source
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