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Information Sharing in Safeguarding Children Specifically Noted in Legislation – What That May Mean for the Housing Sector

By Christine Coxon, Quality Manager & Designated Safeguarding Lead, Kingdom Academy. From 30 September 2026, a new statutory Information Sharing Duty applies in England for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The duty, introduced through section 16LA of the Children Act 2004 and supported by updated Department for Education statutory guidance, is designed to […]

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Ongoing Competence Management and the Competence & Conduct Standard

One of the most important aspects of the Competence and Conduct Standard is that competence is not viewed as something achieved once and then permanently evidenced through qualifications alone. Instead, the standard places greater emphasis on how organisations continuously support, monitor, review, and maintain workforce competence over time. This represents a significant shift for some

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