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Infographic detailing the LADO ecosystem and the role of an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO). The left side shows a circular diagram with 'LADO Ecosystem LADO' at the center, connected by arrows to 'Social Care', 'Police', and 'Employer/HR', with text stating, 'The LADO acts as the central hub, coordinating information between agencies.' The right side features the title 'WHAT IS AN INDEPENDENT REVIEWING OFFICER (IRO)? A GUIDE TO THEIR ROLE, RESPONSIBILITIES' and a bulleted list including 'THE ROLE OF LADO', 'WHY ARE LADOS IMPORTANT', 'UNDERSTANDING A REFERRAL', 'WHAT ARE THE RESULTS', and 'AND MORE'. A small icon of an adult and child is at the bottom right.

This infographic visually details the LADO ecosystem, positioning the Local Authority Designated Officer as the central coordinator between Social Care, Police, and Employer/HR agencies to ensure child safety and support. It also serves as a guide to understanding the Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) role, outlining key responsibilities such as the importance of LADOs, referral processes, and anticipated results. The graphic emphasizes the systemic frameworks and inter-agency collaboration crucial for safeguarding vulnerable children, aligning with Looked After Child Limited’s mission to provide authoritative, trauma-responsive guidance for professionals in the health and social care sector.