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Simple terms explainer
Councils must make sure every child and young person has someone they can go to for help or advice about their wellbeing. This person - called a Named Person - is usually a health visitor or teacher and acts as a point of contact for families. The service is offered to everyone, but families don’t have to use it if they don’t want to.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Children and family services
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
0
National bodies with shared interest
Standards and Frameworks
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