Safeguarding in English schools - House of Commons Library briefing

This House of Commons Library briefing (Commons Briefing papers CBP-8023) provides information on the safeguarding responsibilities of schools in England, including:

• the role of governing bodies, head teachers and school staff
• the inspection of safeguarding
• safe staff recruitment
• procedures for dealing with allegations against members of staff
• Updated guidance

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The briefing relates to the situation in England only.