alogue and develop a better understanding of when and what to share. A lack of feedback can contribute to a hesitancy to share information in the future. The justification for sharing information to safeguard a child Sharing information for safeguarding purposes can be justified solely based on preventing harm to a child. The sharing of this information is not dependant on any thresholds for intervention. For example, it is not necessary for a formal process under section 17 or section 47 of the Children Act 1989 to be invoked in order for information to be shared, provided that the sharing is necessary for organisations and agencies to safeguard a child at possible risk of harm. It is only through sharing information that agencies or organisations and practitioners build a richer picture of the day-to-day life of the child and family they are working with. 21 Feedback on referrals to the local authority children’s social care is outlined at Page 58, para 151 of Working Together 2023 The most important consideration is whether the sharing of information is likely to support the safeguarding of a child Sharing information across agencies helps to piece together the “jigsaw pieces” of the child’s life and identify risks early Have confidence to share information – trust your instincts and act on your training, experience and risk assessment skills. Seek guidance if in doubt 16 Sharing information, including personal information, with other agencies or organisations It’s essential to plan ahead and have systems and procedures in place for sharing personal information, and for the management of that information. Know in advance which agencies or organisations you are able to share safeguarding information with and what they can do with the information. Seek advice whenever 