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Alison Kelly – data issue
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VICTIMS
ADULT ACTIONS
Alison Kelly – data issue
Amina Noor (FGM)
The Conviction of Vanessa George
"The conviction of Vanessa George highlights the need for stronger recruitment checks, vigilant safeguarding practices, and a robust reporting culture in childcare settings." ...more
Case Reviews
March 18, 2025•3 min read
Shafilea Ahmed
"Shafilea Ahmed's tragic death highlights the importance of recognising honour-based abuse, taking disclosures seriously, and ensuring multi-agency collaboration." ...more
Case Reviews
March 14, 2025•4 min read
Awaab Ishak
"Awaab Ishak’s death highlights the need for early years practitioners to recognise unsafe housing, report concerns, and advocate for children’s health and safety." ...more
Case Reviews
March 04, 2025•2 min read
Alfie Steele
"Alfie Steele’s death highlights the need for professional vigilance, prompt action on abuse concerns, and collaboration to protect children from harm." ...more
Case Reviews
February 17, 2025•2 min read
Andy Ang Wei Jie
"Andy Ang Wei Jie’s tragic death highlights the need for early intervention, recognising abuse signs, and strong safeguarding practices to protect vulnerable children." ...more
Case Reviews
February 12, 2025•3 min read
Isabella Jonas-Wheildon
"Isabella Jonas-Wheildon's case highlights missed opportunities for early intervention, stressing the importance of vigilance and community involvement in child protection." ...more
Case Reviews
February 04, 2025•2 min read
Poppy Widdison
"The Poppy Widdison case highlights failures in safeguarding, emphasising the need for better risk assessments, inter-agency communication, and vigilance against disguised compliance." ...more
Case Reviews
January 30, 2025•2 min read
Alison Kelly - The importance of complete and accurate data
"Alison Kelly's testimony in the Lucy Letby inquiry highlights the vital role of decisive action in safeguarding, stressing the need to trust professional instincts." ...more
Case Reviews
January 13, 2025•2 min read
If It Isn't Broken… Could It Still Be Better?
A gentle invitation to rethink "good enough" Not long ago, someone said to me, quite matter-of-factly, we don't need to mend what isn't broken. ...more
Best Practice Ideas
August 10, 2025•5 min read
Can You Be a DSL on the Move?
A Conversation with Charlotte... Key Reflections • A distributed DSL model works when roles and systems are clearly defined, especially in safeguarding in early years settings. • Staff well-being is n... ...more
Case Stories
August 08, 2025•3 min read
Could This Be a Small Price for Such a Big Safety Net?
A reflection on risk, responsibility and the real value of being prepared... Last week, I had a conversation that really stopped me in my tracks. I was talking to someone from a nursery, and she said,... ...more
Case Stories
August 08, 2025•6 min read
Preparing for the Vital 2025 EYFS Safeguarding Changes
As settings begin to review and update their safeguarding policies to meet the new requirements, many wonder how these changes will be translated into day-to-day practice. What's Changing? 👉🏻 ...more
Best Practice Ideas
August 05, 2025•4 min read
The email that changed everything
As a key player in early education, your role is crucial, and your efforts are significant. A parent wasn't happy that the nursery was closing between Christmas and New Year. What began as a casual gr... ...more
Case Stories
August 01, 2025•3 min read
A Wake-Up Call for Nursery Standards
When Sophie Streeter withdrew her nonverbal son, Harrison, from a nursery in Guernsey, she didn't walk away quietly—she spoke out. What followed was a wave of concern for her child, and reflects on th... ...more
Case Stories
May 14, 2025•4 min read
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