Why your registration application may be taking longer than usual

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We want to address some concerns in the sector about registrations for children’s homes and supported accommodation taking longer than normal. First, I want to thank you for applying to register (whether you already have or are intending to) and …

Getting the ‘front door’ right for children and families

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Back in 2018, we first set out the ingredients of effective multi-agency safeguarding arrangements, using what we had seen working well in our reviews and inspections. Over time, through our inspections, we’ve learned more about what the most effective arrangements …