Children's Social Care

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Child Protection

Information and advice on what to do if you think a child is in need of protection.

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When Social Care is Involved with Your Child

Information and advice for parents when social services are involved with your child.
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Looked After Children and Young People

Click here to see our guide for looked after children and young people.

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Leaving Care

Information for young people leaving care including information on help with education and housing.
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Local Safeguarding Children Board

Find out about the Local Safeguarding Children Board and what they do to protect the children of Southend.

Information on Children's Social Care