Local Authority Officer (LADO)

A referral to LADO should be made in situations in which an allegation or concern arises about the conduct of a person who works with children.

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LADO Leaflet for Children PDF 1.25MB
LADO Guide for the Managing Allegations Process PDF 571kB
LADO Foster Carers Leaflet PDF 563kB
LADO Threshold Criteria and Outcomes 2025 PDF 144kB
Updated Transferrable Risk Assessment Guidance PDF 121kB
Updated Template Transferable Risk Assessment Assessment July 24 PDF 144kB
Agenda for Initial Meeting to discuss an Allegation against a Professional PDF 148kB
Agenda for Follow up Meeting to discuss an Allegation against a Professional PDF 148kB
LADO Thresholds Matrix PDF 645kB