In this article, Suzanne O’Connell looks at what a forced marriage is, how it happens and what schools might do about it.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is illegal in the UK but may still be carried out on school-age girls. Suzanne O’Connell summarises the risks associated with these procedures and gives tips for identifying pupils who may be at risk.

The new ‘Keeping children safe in education’ guidance is an important document for all school staff to be aware of. In this article, John Viner looks more closely at the role of the attendance officer, particularly when it comes to more vulnerable students.