Information Sharing
It is important that all those working with children and young people know when to record information, to share it and to understand the significance of the information shared, and to take appropriate action when needed. Everyone needs to have a clear understanding of when information can and should be shared. Everyone should work within the principles of the Data Protection Act, Human Rights Act and the common law duty of confidentiality, but these should not act as a barrier to sharing information to make sure that children and young people are kept safe and receive the support they need when they need it.
