Safeguarding Children 2017 guideline

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Description: This guideline has been significantly updated in line with current legislation.- Members of staff have a duty of care to report abuse or neglect. If the abuse is notreported, the victim may be at greater risk.- Emotional abuse, sexual abuse, child sexual exploitation/abuse, physical abuse and neglectare discussed.-Mandatory reporting of female genital mutilation (FGM) is included.
Date Update Posted Online: September 7, 2017
Book: Reference Edition
Section Title: Safeguarding Children
Guidelines Print Date: September 20, 2017
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