Latest News November 2025

November 2025

Dear Colleagues,

The SSAB Business Unit has been busy supporting the Board (which last met in September) and its subgroups, coordinating partnership work, and progressing key safeguarding initiatives. We know how important it is for everyone involved in safeguarding to stay informed, so this newsletter is designed to keep you up to date with some of the key things we’ve been working on. It’s a way to share current issues, useful resources, and developments from across the partnership—so we can all stay connected and informed.

We also know that colleagues in Adult Social Care have been working incredibly hard as the Care Quality Commission (CQC)completed their on-site visit last week. We want to take a moment to recognise their continued dedication to delivering safe, high-quality services.

Thanks for reading, and please do get in touch if you have any feedback or contributions for future editions.

The SSAB Team

Overview of the Board 

The Salford Safeguarding Adults Board (often referred to as the SSAB) met in September for its quarterly meeting, where partners discussed safeguarding priorities, reviewed exception reports from key agencies, and explored regional developments including a proposed GM-wide referral form and data set. Highlights included updates from the Safeguarding Effectiveness Group (SEG), a multi-agency Equality, Diversity & Inclusion audit, and feedback from adults with lived experience and who have been involved in safeguarding processes. A summary of the meeting is available on our website here, and we look forward to welcoming our members at  our next in-person Board meeting in December. 

Newly Published Safeguarding Review: Steven

Help us Improve Safeguarding for Adults with Co-occurring Conditions 

The Salford Safeguarding Adults Board is carrying out a thematic review focused on adults aged 18–50 who face both mental health challenges and drug or alcohol addiction.

We need your help.

Steven is one of several individuals whose lived experience is helping us explore recurring themes from Safeguarding Adult Reviews. One key concern is that men in this group are often not recognised as having care and support needs—and as a result, safeguarding procedures may not be triggered.

To better understand what’s working and where the barriers are, we’ve launched a short survey for the workforce. If you work with adults in Salford in any capacity, your insight is essential.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey  before the 24th November and share it with colleagues. Your feedback will help shape future improvements across the system.

Spotlight on Practice: Information Sharing 

A recurring theme in Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) is that professionals are not always confident about sharing information—even when there are clear safeguarding concerns. This can lead to missed opportunities to protect adults at risk and coordinate effective support.
We encourage all practitioners to reflect on how confident they feel about sharing information in their role. Are you clear on when and how to share, and with whom? If you’re unsure, or want to refresh your understanding, visit our dedicated page on Information Sharing and Confidentiality for guidance, tools, and resources.

We have planned a Bite Size Briefing on the 3rd December on ‘When to Share Information’ places are still available – you can see more information about how to request a spot on the training here.

Training and learning Opportunities

We’re excited to share our new Upcoming Training page, where you can find details of upcoming safeguarding sessions and request a place directly. Whether you're looking to refresh your knowledge or explore a specific topic, this page is your go-to hub for professional development.

To make sure you never miss an opportunity, we also encourage you to sign up to our Training Distribution List. You’ll receive updates about new sessions straight to your inbox: Request to be added to the list.

Let’s keep learning together to strengthen safeguarding practice across Salford

Reminder about the Updated PiPoT Policy - What You Need to Know in Just 6 Minutes

This is a reminder that Adult Social Care’s Persons in Positions of Trust (PiPoT) policy has recently been reviewed to ensure it continues to support safe and proportionate responses when concerns arise about professionals working with adults at risk.
If you're a busy professional and want a quick overview, this 6-minute video explains the essentials:

Watch the PiPoT explainer video
The policy applies across all agencies and is a key part of safeguarding practice in Salford.

For more information, including guidance and referral pathways, visit:  PiPoT and Whistleblowing – Salford Safeguarding Adults Board

Safeguarding Adults Week 2025: Raising Awareness Across Salford

From Monday 17 to Friday 21 November 2025, Salford is proud to support the Ann Craft Trust’s Safeguarding Adults Week, a nationwide campaign focused on prevention and creating safer cultures for adults at risk.

To raise awareness and spark conversations locally, we’re launching a multi-channel visibility campaign:

Town Hall Banner
Look out for a large banner displayed on the Town Hall, proudly marking our commitment to safeguarding.

Social Media Campaign
Follow our channels throughout the week for updates, resources, and stories that highlight safeguarding in action across Salford.

Digital Community Boards
Key safeguarding messages will be featured on digital screens in public spaces to reach residents and visitors alike.

Desktop Backgrounds
Council and leisure centre computers will display themed desktop backgrounds to keep safeguarding front of mind for staff and service users.

Daily Emails from the Safeguarding Adults Board
Each day, the Salford Safeguarding Adults Board will send out emails showcasing the work of the Board and Business Unit, highlighting local safeguarding initiatives and achievements.

Team Salford Newsletter
An item in the Team Salford newsletter will share key messages from Safeguarding Adults Week with City Council staff, helping to embed safeguarding awareness across the workforce.

Links to other news

• SSCP Latest News

If you would like us to include anything in our next bulletin or have any feedback, please e-mail us at ssab@salford.gov.uk

Salford Safeguarding Adult Board (SSAB)