Issue

child protection

5 stories · discussed at 2 council meetings · 7 councils

A key area within children's social care reforms focused on safeguarding children.

Latest stories

  1. Southwark Council Reaffirms Sanctuary Status, Pledges to Protect Vulnerable Residents from Immigration Enforcement Southwark Council has reaffirmed its commitment to being a Borough of Sanctuary, vowing to protect vulnerable residents amidst a challenging political climate. Southwark 27 September 2026
  2. Redbridge pilots national children's social care reforms Redbridge Council is piloting national reforms aimed at improving children's social care services, as outlined in the Families First for Children Pathfinder programme. The... Redbridge 21 September 2026
  3. Kensington and Chelsea Council Faces Scrutiny Over Rising Youth Violence and Exploitation Incidents Kensington and Chelsea Council's Family Services Select Committee convened on Thursday, March 12, 2026, to address escalating concerns surrounding serious youth violence (SYV)... Kensington and Chelsea 14 March 2026
  4. Haringey Updates Licensing Policy, Prepares for Martyn's Law Haringey Council is updating its Statement of Licensing Policy and preparing for the implementation of Martyn's Law, which aims to improve security at public venues. Haringey 21 September 2025
  5. Ofsted Praises Child Services, Flags Pre-Proceeding Delays Barking and Dagenham's child services have received praise from Ofsted for sustained improvements, but the watchdog has also highlighted delays in pre-proceeding processes. The... Barking and Dagenham 4 July 2025