For a child who is suffering from abuse or neglect, a visit to a paediatrician can be a lifeline. Doctors may notice bruises or burns or fractures. They may hear a child describe severe corporal ...

The state agency that oversees child protection in Minnesota has named a new top official to run that division, following a series of highly publicized breakdowns in the system for protecting children ...

Early Legal Representation: A Prevention Strategy for Child Protection Early legal involvement in child protection cases helps families understand their rights, follow proper procedures, and prevent ...

Government launches consultation on make-up of Child Protection Authority, which is designed to provide national oversight of safeguarding and tackle system's 'fragmentation, failure to learn lessons ...