‘The main focus of social work practice with children and families should be on the
protection of children at risk from ‘significant harm’ rather than on the provision of
support for ‘children in need’ and their families’. Please refer to relevant literature, theory,
research, and NI law and policy to critically discuss this statement. the assignment should look at the childrens order northern ireland 1995. it should consider how legislation has developed over the year. should take in inquiries such as victoria climbie, baby p etc and how these have impacted child protection and family support. voluntary organisations in N Ireland such as safe guarding board ni. the assignment should be critically analysed. discuss the history of child protection in N Ireland. The UK can also be discussed but more so NI. the refocusing debate should be mentioned. i have attached guidance below