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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Government Response to Consultation on Establishing a Child Protection Authority in England

07 July 2026 · Department for Education

Proposed by Bridget Phillipson Lab Houghton and Sunderland South

Safeguarding & DBS

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At a glance

Key points

  • Government committed to establishing a Child Protection Authority in England.
  • CPA will focus on improving child protection through better data use and inter-agency collaboration.
  • Next steps involve developing the CPA's functions and continued work with system partners.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the government's response to establishing a Child Protection Authority (CPA) in England following a consultation.

Action requested

The government is committed to establishing the CPA, exploring legislative options when parliamentary time allows. The CPA will provide national leadership and oversight to improve child protection through better data use, inter-agency collaboration, and practical support for frontline workers. Next steps include developing the CPA's functions and continuing work with system partners.

Key facts

  • Government published its response to consultation on establishing a Child Protection Authority (CPA) in England.
  • Consultation received responses from practitioners, organisations, experts, and victims/survivors.
  • CPA will provide national leadership, bring together data, evidence, expertise, and lived experience to improve child protection practice.
  • Government is exploring options for legislation when parliamentary time allows.
  • CPA will strengthen accountability across the system by working closely with inspectorates, regulators, and government departments.
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