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What to do if you are concerned for your guests or their children's safety. Includes what to do if you think they are being exploited.
Use this sample letter to get a copy of the child abuse charge from the police, if you're applying for legal aid.
The law does not say an age when you can leave a child on their own, but it's an offence to leave a child alone if it puts them at risk
Children will be better protected from sexual predators under plans being brought forward by the Home Secretary.
Use this sample letter to get evidence that your partner abused a child, if you're applying for legal aid.
Detailed guide on domestic abuse, what to do and how to seek help in Jordan.
Detailed guide on domestic abuse, what to do and how to seek help in the United Arab Emirates.
This article draws on qualitative research undertaken with adolescents with disabilities from refugee and host communities
Sample letter for social services staff to respond to requests for information about child abuse assessments or child protection plans.
Tell Ofsted about a serious incident in a children’s home or secure children’s home.
Children will be better protected from sexual abuse following change to the law making it easier to prosecute criminals who have had sex in front of children for gratification.
Use this sample letter to get evidence a partner is on bail for a child abuse charge, if you're applying for legal aid.
Tell the council if you're worried that an older person is being neglected, threatened or being taken advantage of - also known as 'elder abuse'.
Letter to get evidence that social services think your child has been abused or is at risk, if you're applying for legal aid.
We are seeking views on the definition of child to parent abuse (CPA).
Information for those who work with children on a plan to help prevent child abuse arising from religion or superstition.
Information for local partnerships on the Child House model of support for children and young people affected by sexual abuse.
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