A re-inspection of the local authority, which has been rated "inadequate" since 2009, found that serious and widespread failings in some services intended to help and protect children have not yet been tackled effectively.
"Children are not always kept safe and not enough is being done to protect them from harm," a report of the inspection, which took place between 12 September and 6 October, states.
However, inspectors did say that, as a result of senior leaders and politicians working hard, investing considerable resources and reconfiguring services, there had been "significant improvements" in a range of services including those for children in care.
"Services for looked-after children have improved, and they benefit from seeing their social worker more regularly as a result of a more stable workforce," the report states.
"There is an increasing and improved focus on ensuring that, where necessary, children live with a permanent alternative family as soon as possible."
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