Publications
SSCP reports and publications
Injuries to Non-mobile Babies and Children Policy
Including a guide to Child Protection Medical Assessments Version: September 2024 This multi-agency policy highlights the actions required when babies and/or children present with injuries that may be, or are suspected to be due to physical abuse or non-accidental injury. The policy also includes an overview of the Child Protection medical process. Somerset Safeguarding Children
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Strategy Discussions – Practice Guidance
Updated: July 2023 Whenever there is reasonable cause to suspect that a child is suffering or is likely to suffer significant harm there should be a strategy discussion involving local authority children’s social care (including the residential or fostering service, if the child is looked-after), the police, health and other involved agencies such as the
Voice of the Child
This Bitesize Briefing outlines ways to consider and capture the voice of the child in practice. This includes recognising that a child’s voice extends beyond spoken words and ensuring that the experiences, feelings, and perspectives of all children are represented—even when they are non‑verbal, fearful, or otherwise unable to express their views directly. Published January
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Child Exploitation Initial Response Pathway (including Serious Youth Violence)
Published: January 2026 The Child Exploitation Initial Response Pathway (including Serious Youth Violence) provides a consistent, easy‑to‑follow process for practitioners when exploitation concerns arise. The pathway applies to all forms of exploitation, including Serious Youth Violence (SYV). It supports quick recognition of risks, informed decision‑making, and clear multi‑agency action. NOTICE – Spot the Signs Early
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