Chief Officer for Children’s Services Update
Devon’s new Chief Officer for Children’s Services, Melissa Caslake, will start with the County Council on 1 February 2021.
Chief Officer for Children’s Services recruited
We are delighted to announce that Melissa Caslake has been appointed to the role of Devon County Council’s Chief Officer for Children’s Services.
Support group for families and carers of exploited children
A new free nationwide support group is available for families and carers who know how it feels to be worried about a child who is being exploited.
Splitz support sessions for professionals
Splitz are offering support and guidance for professionals who are working with parents and children who are experiencing ongoing domestic abuse.
Exeter Hate Crime and Radicalisation Online Conference
The Exeter Community Safety Partnership is hosting a free online conference that will look at Hate Crime, links to extremism and partnership working to tackle Hate Crimes.
Domestic abuse victims exempt from rule of six
Victims of domestic abuse can still access vital support services and groups, despite current restrictions.
Safest 2020 – virtual safeguarding festival
A fantastic virtual safeguarding festival is taking place from 19th to 23rd October, with a number of fantastic keynote speeches and workshops on offer.
Update from Jo Olsson on Head of Children’s Social Care
An update from Jo Olsson, Devon County Council’s Chief Officer for Children’s Services and Chair of the DCFP Executive Group
Update for colleagues from Jo Olsson – 19th June
As we move into the next phase of coronavirus (COVID-19), we want to give colleagues an overview of the current situation and our future plan.
DCFP statement on George Floyd
In the wake of George Floyd’s death, the DCFP Executive Group want to provide the following statement to all colleagues and families across Devon.