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Guidance: Joint targeted area inspection of the multi-agency response to identification of initial need and risk

Care Quality Commission

April 23
08:30 2025

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This guidance is for inspectors carrying out a joint targeted area inspection (JTAI) of the multi-agency response to the identification of initial need and risk (also known as the front door) in a local authority area in England.

These JTAIs are carried out by inspectors from:

  • Ofsted
  • Care Quality Commission (CQC)
  • His Majestys Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)

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Published 28 March 2022
Last updated 23 April 2025 show all updates
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