Children and family care
Protecting children
Social workers will assess the needs of the family and advise
on suitable services which would help them. If the
services are available, they will then try to put parents and
children in touch with them. They can also provide direct help to
families in the form of advice, practical assistance, guidance and
counselling. In exceptional circumstances Social Services may apply
to the courts to remove a child, usually on a short-term basis, if
he or she is at risk of significant harm.
We have a legal duty to make enquiries if we receive information
that a child is at risk of significant harm. If you have concerns
about a child’s welfare please contact Social
Services