Together we can keep people safe’ is the key message to all of Wales’ residents as Safeguarding Boards across Wales, in partnership with Welsh Government and the National Independent Safeguarding Board prepare to launch National Safeguarding Week in November (Monday 16th to Friday 20th).

Working with partners from health, the emergency services, third sector and others, the Boards plan to raise everyone’s awareness of what safeguarding means and the many situations in which it can arise.

We will hold a series of virtual safeguarding workshops throughout the week – further information will be sent out over the next few weeks.

The following 7 minute briefings are available to access via the resources web page:

• National Enquiry of Suicides

The Government announced on 16 July 2020 that LPS would not be coming into force on 1 October 2020, but instead in April 2022. It has been clear for some time that 1 October was not just ambitious but impossible, so this clarification is very welcome. In a written statement, the Care Minister, Helen Whately, told Parliament that, whilst the intention had been to bring them into force on 1 October 2020:

It is now clear that successful implementation is not possible by this October. We now aim for full implementation of LPS by April 2022. Some provisions, covering new roles and training, will come into force ahead of that date. I will continue to update the sector and stakeholders on timings.

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The following 7 minute briefing is available to access via the resources web page:

• LGBT

That’s the message from an action group of organisations working together to safeguard and protect older people in Wales.

Many older people throughout Wales have been getting online recently – some for the first time – to stay connected with loved ones and access vital information and services during lockdown.

And with a few simple actions –  actions we should all be taking – including using strong passwords and security software, and ensuring that apps and operating systems are kept up to date, older people can enjoy all of the benefits of being online whilst also protecting themselves from potential security risks.

The Get Safe Online website – www.getsafeonline.org – provides a wide range of easy-to-understand guidance and information relating to online safety, as well as useful tips and updates on the latest scams to look out for.