Ofsted urges inspectors to act decisively on child protection tip-offs

Joe Lepper
Monday, June 22, 2015

Ofsted inspectors are being told to contact directors of children's services (DCSs) directly if they receive a tip-off that children are at risk of abuse or neglect, as part of efforts to ensure swift action is taken.

Ofsted inspectors have been told they can approach directors of children's services directly if they receive information that a child is at risk. Picture: Morguefile
Ofsted inspectors have been told they can approach directors of children's services directly if they receive information that a child is at risk. Picture: Morguefile

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