The Importance of Ensuring all Children are Registered with a GP

All babies and children benefit from being registered with a GP to ensure they don't miss out on vital health services. In addition, GP Practices play an important role in safeguarding children and young people from abuse and neglect. As a universal service, GPs have the opportunity for conversations and observations that can help identify safeguarding risk, as well as receiving disclosures of abuse or neglect. 

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National reviews have repeatedly highlighted the importance of GPs in safeguarding children. In 2020, a Lambeth Rapid Review emphasised how relevant this learning still is. GPs are a universal service which help all partners ensure that no child remains hidden.  

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Everyone working with children and young people should be confident in supporting parents and carers to register their child with a local GP Practice. And it couldn't be easier. Watch this short, two minute video to find out how.