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Child Protection

26 May 2022

Proposing MP
Nadhim Zahawi Con
Stratford-on-Avon
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister is addressing the publication of a National Review into the murders of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson by the independent National Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel, focusing on improving child protection services.

Action Requested

The minister commits to acting on the panel's recommendations and announces the establishment of a new Digital and Data Solutions Fund to improve data sharing. They also plan to form a new Child Protection Ministerial group and clarify roles through guidance, aiming for significant improvements in child protection services by publishing an implementation strategy incorporating all recommendations before year-end.

Key Facts

  • The National Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel published its National Review into the murders of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson.
  • Annie Hudson is the chair of the Panel.
  • The panel made local recommendations for safeguarding partners in Solihull and Bradford as well as eight national recommendations.
  • In Solihull, an Improvement Board was established to drive multi-agency working.
  • A new Children’s Services Trust is being established in Bradford with Eileen Milner appointed as Chair.
  • 53% of local authorities are now rated good or outstanding, up from 36% five years ago.
  • The Digital and Data Solutions Fund will help local authorities improve delivery for children through technology.
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