Local Safeguarding Children Boards
(LSCBs)
came into
existence following the death of Victoria Climbie and the
subsequent inquiry and report by Lord Laming in 2003.
The Children Act 2004 required each local authority throughout
England Wales to establish a
LSCB.
The Act
places specific obligations on a range of agencies to
co-operate in the operation of
LSCBs
in ensuring the
safeguarding and promotion of children's welfare and wellbeing by
working together in partnership.
The work of
LSCBs
is part of the
wider context of Children's Trust arrangements that aim to improve
the overall wellbeing of all children in the local area as defined
in the Government's "Every Child Matters"
agenda:
- be healthy
- staying safe
- enjoy and achieve
- make a positive contribution
- achieve economic well being.
For more information about the Redbridge
LSCB
please contact the
Practice Development Manager on 020 8708 5961.
What to do if you have concerns about a child's welfare
If you have concerns about a child's welfare or suspect that a
child is being abused please telephone Redbridge Social
Services on one of the following numbers:
- 020 8708 5353 (9am - 5pm)
- 020 8553 5825 (after 5pm)
- 020 8590 2855 (after 5pm)
Your concerns will properly considered and acted upon by a
senior officer.
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