■ Child protection and welfare is an important and integral component of any hospital that provides services for children ■ Within an acute Trust child protection work can consist of a preventive, protection and post protection role ■ Trusts must ensure effective structures, networks and procedures are in place ■ Audit of practice is vital to ensure that quality child protection work occurs
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