Wirral Safeguarding News
Domestic Abuse Act – Updates
The Domestic Abuse Bill received Royal Assent on 29 April 2021. The Domestic Abuse Act explicitly recognises children as victims if they see, hear or experience the effects of abuse and includes a legal definition of domestic abuse which incorporates a range of abuses beyond physical violence, including emotional, coercive...
Read moreNew Safer Adolescence Strategy April 2021
The WSCP have published a Safer Adolescence Strategy and 7 Minute Briefing, available here: https://www.wirralsafeguarding.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/11.23-WSCP-Safer-Adolescence-Strategy-2021-to-2023.pdf
Read moreWSCP Virtual Learning Event Now Live
The WSCP Safeguarding Children virtual learning event for Wirral professionals is now live and can be accessed here: Virtual Learning Event April-July 2021 - Wirral Safeguarding Children Partnership.
Read moreNew NSPCC Helpline Launched
A new helpline to support potential victims of sexual harassment and abuse in education settings was announced by Education Secretary Gavin Williamson on 31 March 2021. The dedicated number, run by the NSPCC, aims provide both children and adults who are victims of sexual abuse in schools with the appropriate...
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