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25 March 2026
Despite growing recognition that children exploited into criminal activity are victims, not offenders, a significant number of these children continue to be criminalised in England. The gap between policy intent…
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An updated Working Together to Safeguard Children has been published, building on the 2023 revision and introducing significant changes to how agencies work together. The guidance strengthens expectations around anti-discriminatory…
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In 2015, Professor Carlene Firmin coined the term ‘contextual safeguarding’ to describe an approach to safeguarding young people that looks at additional ‘contexts’ for harm outside of the family home…
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The online world is an integral part of children’s lives, giving them opportunities for learning, entertainment and social connection as well as access to resources and support such as Childline.…
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Safeguarding Network are running three free webinars to talk with other DSLs about their perspectives on the planned changes, analysing the consultation, and sharing a summary of changes. There are…
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SWGfL is partnering once again with Secure Schools on Thursday 26th February 2026, 2:00–3:00pm to deliver a free practical webinar. This one-hour session is designed specifically for education professionals who want to move beyond…
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Figen Murray OBE, mother of Martyn Hett and Campaigner for Martyn’s Law joins Louis Donald of EduShield to discuss what Martyn’s Law, formally known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises)…
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Safer Internet Day 2026 will take place on the 10th of February 2026, with celebrations and learning based around the theme ‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible…
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As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be implemented into various organisations, the education sector is no exception. Recognising both the opportunities and risks associated with AI, SWGfL has introduced a new…
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Adoption is frequently presented as an endpoint: a “happy ending,” a rescue, a solution. For many adoptees, the story does not end with placement. It continues across the life course,…
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The new guidance for restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force in schools in England has been published and will be effective from April 2026. This guidance illustrates how and…
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A new government consultation about children's social media use will identify the next steps in their plans to boost children’s wellbeing online, ensuring they have a healthy relationship with mobile phones and…
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