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Think Before You Upload

Why We Must Think Twice Before Sharing Personal Data: A Safeguarding and Data Security Perspective I am known, first and foremost, as a barrister specialising in safeguarding. But alongside my…

Why Are EHCPs Taking So Long to Complete?

Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) are essential for supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). However, many teachers, parents, children and schools are finding that EHCPs are…

National Shortage of Educational Psychologists

Crisis Alert: National Shortage of Educational Psychologists In 2022/23, England saw a record 790,000 school suspensions and 9,000 exclusions, primarily due to persistent disruptive behaviour. Education Minister Stephen Morgan called…

Building Good Relationships

Building Good Relationships The Bedrock Underpinning Child Protection Introduction Establishing strong, healthy relationships is essential for those involved in child protection, Whether it’s within families, communities, or institutions, these…

Words matter …. Why the word “disclosure” can be problematic

The power of language cannot be overstated. A single word can shape perceptions, influence outcomes, and impact lives. I’ve been talking a lot recently about language and the importance of…

Safeguarding Against Knife Crime – What are the Drivers?

This is a guest blog by Andy Privett from Streetwise365 – a personal safety expert and one of our experts inside DSLS TOGETHER www.dslstogether.co.uk Stevie Streetwise and I would like…

“The Harmonious Dance: the Synergy Between Leadership & Teamwork”

Introduction: In the intricate tapestry of organisational success, the threads of leadership and teamwork are tightly interwoven, creating a harmonious dance that propels teams toward excellence. While leadership guides the…

The Importance of Empowerment in Leadership

Introduction Lao Tzu, the well-known Chinese philosopher, has often been quoted as saying that leaders are at their best when people barely know that they exist; when individuals reflect on…

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