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While dialogue and policy on Black children in the UK education system typically focuses on Black boys, there is little research centring the unique experiences of Black girls in British schools. Of the research that exists, we often see a ‘copy and paste’ application of the educational experiences of Black girls in America, where more substantial research exists. The vital differences and visceral nuances of Black girlhood in Britain are neglected in such studies.

A recent briefing by the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel highlights the critical need for child protection professionals to confront issues of race, racism, and racial bias within the safeguarding system.

CGL (Change Grow Live) has issued a warning after two London school pupils were hospitalized following the consumption of THC-laced chocolate bars purchased online. Read more to stay alert and help prevent further incidents. Read more to stay alert and help prevent further incidents.

The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has released a report titled "I Wanted Them All to Notice," focusing on the pervasive issue of child sexual abuse within family environments.

The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel has published its Annual Report for 2023 to 2024, shedding light on ongoing issues within the child safeguarding system.

Our recent Contextual Youth Work and Safeguarding Children’s Conference, co-hosted with Reaching Higher, brought together multi-agency professionals, engaging speakers, and a youth panel to share insights, strengthen partnerships, and inspire further commitment to safeguarding children in our community.

Keith Makin, independent Scrutineer for CSCP, has published a review exposing significant safeguarding failings in the Church of England’s handling of the Smyth case, with recommendations for urgent reform.

CSCP’s 2023-24 Annual Report outlines safeguarding achievements and improved family outcomes under the Working Together 2023 framework.

The Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP) has adopted the pan-London Threshold Guidance to streamline processes and improve standards.

The "Right Care Right Person" (RCRP) toolkit was developed to help police forces in England and Wales implement the RCRP initiative effectively.