Child abuse assessments or protection plans: sample letter
Sample letter for social services staff to respond to requests for information about child abuse assessments or child protection plans.
Applies to England and Wales
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If you work for a social services department, you can use this sample letter to confirm whether:
- a child abuse assessment has taken place
- a child protection plan is in place
You may need to give this information when a victim of domestic violence applies for legal aid.
If you’re a health professional, use this letter to confirm whether you’ve diagnosed injuries or conditions consistent with domestic violence.