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Find out how to get help if you have concerns that someone is being abused or neglected under a lasting power of attorney, enduring power of attorney or deputy court order.
This guidance explains the safeguarding standards FCDO expects and how we assess partners’ ability to protect others from SEAH including their own staff and volunteers.
Find out about the Office of the Public Guardian's (OPG) role and approach in dealing with adults at risk.
Ofsted’s safeguarding policy and guidance for inspectors on handling safeguarding disclosures.
This policy framework sets out statutory safeguarding duties for secure settings and escort providers in the Youth Custody Service (YCS).
Commitments made at the Safeguarding Summit 2018.
The Charity Commission’s role and approach in dealing with safeguarding issues in charities.
These documents remind health services of their duties to safeguard adults.
Tells HM Passport Office staff what to do if we need parental consent for a minor’s application and identify a safeguarding issue.
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