The findings of a report on how local authorites are assessing children’s care needs are heartening, says Lisa Pascoe.
The importance of good quality assessment of a child’s specific needs cannot be understated.
It is absolutely vital if vulnerable children are to be given the right help, the most appropriate care, and the right protection – at the right time.
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