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BMA guidance on CQC inspection, complaints and patient communication.
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From 1 September 2026, housing authorities must notify a child's GP practice when the child is placed in temporary accommodation. Practices should record it sensitively, review outstanding care and vulnerability, coordinate with 0–19 and safeguarding services, and keep access open.
Since 30 September 2026, GP practices have a legal duty to share information proactively to safeguard children, including at early-help stage. Consent isn't needed where sharing is lawful and proportionate.
Recording and slides of the Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership webinar.
Birmingham Community Healthcare has published assessment and referral information for child protection and FGM.
Safeguarding guidance on reducing barriers to services for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children and families.
A practical guide on recognising and responding to suicide risk in adolescents, a leading cause of death in serious safeguarding incidents.
Birmingham and Solihull Women's Aid's IRIS service currently has a waiting list because of high demand from practices.
Run the ICB's EMIS search for patients recorded as penicillamine-allergic who may actually be penicillin-allergic, and review each record (TPP search to follow). It's a National Patient Safety Alert, so CQC may act if it's not done.
Birmingham Children's Trust asks health professionals to spot and report children who may be living in private fostering arrangements.
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