In response to a number of tragic child deaths across England and Wales, the Welsh Government asked Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) to lead on a multi-agency rapid review of decision-making in relation to child protection.
The purpose of this review is to determine to what extent the current structures and processes in Wales ensure that children's names are appropriately placed on, and removed from, the Child Protection Register when sufficient evidence indicates that it is safe to do so.
A multi-agency team with representation from Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) and Estyn was established in December 2022 to ensure a consistent and rigorous approach to this important piece of work. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) also contributed to aspects of this review.