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This advice is for:

• individuals who are directly involved in safeguarding children, including frontline practitioners, managers and senior leaders
• individuals and organisations that work with children, parents, carers and families, in sectors such as social care, education, health, justice and voluntary

It may also be helpful for practitioners working with vulnerable adults and adults who could pose a risk to children.

This advice outlines the importance of sharing information about children, young people and their families in order to safeguard children. It should be read alongside the statutory guidance Working together to safeguard children 2023.