Safeguarding of Young Children Debate
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Baroness Watkins of Tavistock
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Safeguarding of Young Children
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Baroness Barran (Con)
Obviously I cannot comment on what will be in the review on Thursday, but in the care review led by Josh MacAlister there is a particular focus on independent domestic violence services.
Baroness Watkins of Tavistock (CB)
My Lords, can the Minister comment on the shortage of health visitors in many parts of the country and the reduction in investment in them? In the past, they have been absolutely key in identifying at-risk families early and preventing long-term abuse.
Baroness Barran (Con)
The noble Baroness is right: health visitors play an incredibly important role in identifying families that need support and children at risk. I know that my colleagues in the Department of Health and Social Care are looking at this as part of the wider workforce strategy.