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Focused visits are carried out by the inspectorate to examine an aspect of service, a theme or the experiences of a cohort of children.
CYP Now looks at the most recent focused visits carried out in local authorities in England:
Central Bedfordshire Council
Inspectors visited Central Bedforshire’s children's services on 20 and 21 February 2024 to examine the local authority’s arrangements and support for children in need, including those children who are subject to a child protection plan.
They found that since the local authority was last inspected, in 2022, the support and management oversight for children in need of help and protection have strengthened. Thresholds are well understood and applied. Child protection chairs’ oversight and challenge ensure that the vast majority of children, including those with complex needs, are safeguarded effectively.
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