Local safeguarding partnership
Multi-agency arrangements (replacing former Local Safeguarding Children Boards) that bring together the local authority, police, and health bodies to safeguard children in their area.
In plain English
Multi-agency arrangements (replacing former Local Safeguarding Children Boards) that bring together the local authority, police, and health bodies to safeguard children in their area.
Why it matters
Each area\'s partnership decides local thresholds, training, and reviews of serious cases. Their published threshold document explains when concerns reach early help, child in need, and child protection. Worth a read for school governors and parent reps.
This is practical educational content to support families. For case-specific concerns about a child's safety, contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 or your local safeguarding team.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-17