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Data Protection Act 2018

Understanding the DPA 2018 and its implications for handling sensitive data of children in care.

Healthcare Rights for Looked After Children: Accessing Essential Services

This article details the comprehensive healthcare rights of Looked After Children, covering legal frameworks, access to primary and specialist services, mental health support, consent, and the crucial role of corporate parents in ensuring their well-being.

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Legal Frameworks and Policies Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth in Care

This article explores the legal frameworks and policies designed to protect LGBTQ+ youth within the care system, detailing national and international statutes, specific guidance for care providers, challenges in implementation, and future advocacy directions for ensuring equitable and affirming care.

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Data Breach Management Strategies for Digital Safeguarding

This article outlines essential strategies for both preventing and effectively responding to data breaches, ensuring comprehensive digital safeguarding. It covers proactive measures like robust security frameworks, employee training, and third-party risk management, alongside reactive measures such as incident response planning, detection, containment, and regulatory notification obligations under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. The aim is to minimise impact, ensure compliance, and continuously improve security posture.

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The Weight of the Record: A Professional’s Guide to Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) in Social Care

The Weight of the Record: A Professional’s Guide to Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) in Social Care

```html A Subject Access Request (SAR) or Data Access Request (DAR) is a legally binding request under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 that allows individuals, including looked after children and care leavers, to obtain copies of their personal data. For social care professionals,...

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Understanding Social Work Assessments: Why Professionals May Consult Your Community

Understanding Social Work Assessments: Why Professionals May Consult Your Community

Social services departments have a statutory duty to conduct thorough assessments, which often includes speaking with neighbours to gain a holistic view of a child’s living environment. This practice is not an attempt to intrude on your private life, but a professional requirement to triangulate...

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