The Council's Safeguarding Policy is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure that it includes all relevant links to up to date legislation, best practice and to determine whether any other changes are required.
This years review has determined that the following changes are required (updated policy attached):
1) An update is required to include reference to the Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 document.
2) An update is required to include reference to the Prevent Duty Guidance for Local Authorities 2023.
3) The revised policy includes reference to the Skillgate Level 1 and 2 Safeguarding training which has just been introduced across the Council.
4) Reference is made to the new portals introduced by Essex County Council to report concerns about a child or adult.
5) Internal job titles have been updated.

To update the Council's Safeguarding Policy with minor changes , including best practice guidance, making reference to the Council's E-learning Skillgate Level 1 and 2 Safeguarding Training, updating internal job titles and making reference to the newly introduced referral portals at Essex County Council.

Option 1 - The Council has an obligation to regularly review it's
Safeguarding policy. Safeguarding is a statutory responsibility for all local authorities.
Option 2 - No other options were considered.
Option 3 -