The research section for this special report is based on a selection of academic studies which have been explored and summarised by Research in Practice (www.rip.org.uk), part of the Dartington Hall Trust.
The NSPCC has collated and analysed evidence from serious case reviews over a number of years to identify lessons. This issue we summarise the risk factors and learning for parental mental health and child welfare.
Frances Trevena, head of policy and programmes at Coram Children's Legal Centre, looks at the impact that recent resignations will have on the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.
Findings from in-depth inspections of five areas' work to tackle child sexual exploitation show agencies are collaborating well, but concerns remain over sharing information and monitoring children who go missing.
With child sexual abuse and exploitation constantly in the headlines, CYP Now's 12-page special report outlines latest developments in policy, practice and evidence in tackling CSA and CSE.
Kelly Reeve, team leader and senior legal consultant for the Child Law Advice Service, considers the legal aid rules for children at risk of abuse and examines how the law leaves this group more vulnerable to harm.