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The decisions about the precise form and focus of the Serious Case Review (SCR) to be commissioned take into account factors related to the case and the local context. They are made with input from Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) members and in conjunction with the lead reviewer(s).
Find out moreThe SCR achieves the requirement for independence and ownership of the findings by the LSCB.
Find out moreThe SCR is effectively managed. It runs smoothly, is concluded in a timely manner and within budget.
Find out moreWhere there are parallel processes the SCR is managed to avoid as much as possible duplication of effort, prejudice to criminal trials, unnecessary delay and confusion for staff and families.
Find out moreThe Serious Case Review (SCR) gains sufficient information to underpin an analysis of the case in the context of normal working practices and relevant organisational factors.
Find out moreThe SCR enables practitioners and managers to have a constructive experience of taking part in the review.
Find out moreThe SCR is informed by ‘family’ members’ knowledge and experiences relevant to the period under review.
Find out moreThe Serious Case Review (SCR) analysis is transparent and rigorous. It evaluates and explains professional practice in the case, shedding light on routine challenges and constraints to practitioner efforts to safeguard children.
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