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Safeguarding in DWP

08 December 2025

Proposing MP
Pat McFadden Lab
Wolverhampton South East
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement updates the House on actions taken by the Department for Work and Pensions following a safeguarding review and consultation findings.

Action Requested

The department is implementing a multi-year strategy focusing on raising staff awareness, building capability through training, and strengthening relationships with local authorities and health services in Year One. Years Two to Five will focus on continuous improvement and embedding safeguarding into all operations.

Key Facts

  • The statement fulfils a commitment made by the department in response to the Work and Pensions Select Committee inquiry in July 2025.
  • The department has an executive lead, dedicated safeguarding team, and clear governance.
  • Year One deliverables include raising staff awareness, training, and strengthening relationships with local authorities, health services, and voluntary organisations.
  • Continuous improvement will focus on digital solutions to capture safeguarding activity over Years Three to Five.
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