The Gateshead Local Safeguarding Children Board was established in 2005 to take responsibility for this core inter-agency child protection work whilst embracing the wider safeguarding duties established in the Children Act 2004.
Our vision is that every child should grow up in a loving and secure environment, which is free from abuse, neglect and crime enabling them to enjoy good health and fulfil their social and educational potential.
Latest news & updates
NEW: New Inter-Agency Child Protection Procedures
We've launched our new Inter-Agency Child Protection Procedures. To access the new web-based procedures please click here to take you to the procedures| (opens in a new window) or access the page in the menu on the left called "child protection procedures"
NEW: Child Protection & Referral Form
We've launched a new Child Protection and Referral form for professionals.
» Download now|(Word document)
About the LSCB
The protection of children and young people has always been a core commitment of all partners who work together in Gateshead. As an Area Child Protection Committee we developed robust and secure systems to protect Gateshead children. The 2004 Children Act emphasised the importance of this work by establishing statutory Safeguarding Boards and by emphasising the need for the Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) to be independent in its activities.
The LSCB Business Plan| sets out our Terms of Reference and Strategic Priorities.
Our Procedures
Our Inter-agency Child Protection Procedures provide clear guidance for all people working with children and young people in relation to identifying, responding to and working with child protection issues.
Training Programme
The LSCB delivers an inter-agency child protection training programme| to ensure that all people who work with children or services affecting the safety and welfare of children are effectively trained.
Get in Touch
Gateshead LSCB is currently independently chaired by Nancy Palmer. For further information on the Board you can contact Ms Palmer at lscbchair@gateshead.gov.uk| or you can contact Louise Gill, the LSCB Business Manager at louisegill@gateshead.gov.uk| or in writing at the address below.