Amendments

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

In December 2024, definitions were updated in line with revised Working Together to Safeguard Children.

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

In December 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).

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

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

This chapter was updated in December 2024.

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

This chapter was refreshed in December 2024.

This chapter was refreshed in December 2024.