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Statutory guidance: Information sharing to safeguard children and young people

UK Department for EducationUnited KingdomModerate confidence1 min

What changed

The UK Department for Education has issued statutory guidance on information sharing for practitioners and organisations involved in safeguarding and welfare services for children and young people. This guidance establishes a duty regarding the effective and appropriate sharing of information to protect children.

Why it matters

This guidance underscores the critical role of coordinated information exchange in ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations. It establishes a clear framework for how entities involved in child welfare must operate, impacting operational procedures and compliance efforts across relevant sectors.

What to watch

The guidance originates from the UK Department for Education.

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