Policy paper

Wood review of LSCBs: government response

The government's response to Alan Wood’s review into the effectiveness of local safeguarding children boards (LSCBs).

Applies to England

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This document sets out the government’s response to Alan Wood’s review of local safeguarding children boards (LSCBs). It outlines the recommendations the government has accepted.

LSCBs are responsible for improving the overall wellbeing of children in their local-authority area. They include representatives from children’s services, police, district councils and NHS trusts.

Published 26 May 2016