This resource gives information on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A key factor has been a failure by practitioners to record information, to share it, to understand its significance and then take appropriate action. It covers the seven golden rules to sharing information, sharing information, being alert to signs of abuse and neglect and taking action and the legislative framework.
Also considered are the principles, when and how to share information, a myth-busting guide and useful resources and external organisations. This advice is for all frontline practitioners and senior managers working with children, young people, parents and carers who have to make decisions about sharing personal information on a case by case basis.