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Children's social care data

Children in Need (CIN) Census

A statutory annual census capturing all children referred to social care whose health or development is at risk, including unborn children who are expected to need children’s social care support. Covers:

• Referrals, assessments, CIN status

• Child Protection Plan (CPP) data

• Section 47 enquiries

• Key assessment factors and working days

Period: 1 April – 31 March annually.

Statistics: children in need and child protection - GOV.UK