Amendments

In November 2024, minor amendments were made to definitions in line with Working Together to Safeguard Children.

In November 2024, definitions waupdated in line with revised Working Together to Safeguard Children.

In November 2024, information was added to reflect the reclassification of nitrous oxide as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (as amended).

This chapter was refreshed in November 2024.

In November 2024, this chapter was updated in line with the Online Safety Act 2023.

This chapter was updated in November 2024.

This chapter was updated in November 2024.

In November 2024, a link was added to Education Supply Chains – A Better Hiring Toolkit.

In November 2024 information was added in relation to Ofsted and CQC Joint Registration Guidance: Children’s Homes and Health Care.

In November 2024, a link was added in the Further Information section to Ofsted Guidance Children’s Homes that Provide Care and Accommodation for Adults.