SAFEGUARDING services in the borough have been praised in a peer review

The review picked out areas including social work, links between partners, leadership, training, staff attitude and advocacy for recognition of good working.

When reporting their findings the peer review team said: “There is a lot to be proud of in Warrington and effective practice is keeping people safe. There is a positive culture of openness and reflection and a team of committed, positive and skilled staff who are proud of what they do and have the right values and a lot of integrity."

Clr Pat Wright, executive board member, health and wellbeing, said: “The review has indicated that vulnerable people in Warrington receive the support that they need with a co-ordinated multiagency approach. This is well deserved news for everyone who works together to protect vulnerable adults in the borough and the results have given us a real drive to take plans forward and build on our strengths.

“We have already started working on the areas that were identified for improvement, such as the strategic commissioning of services, providing feedback, and strengthening councillor awareness. I am confident we can become even more effective in delivering improved outcomes for adults who use our services.”

Warrington’s Safeguarding Adults Board (WSAB), a body which oversees safeguarding activity in Warrington, was said to be ‘making a real difference'.

Audrey Williamson, independent chairman of WSAB added: "We know that when all agencies and organisations work together it is more likely that vulnerable adults are kept safe and protected. This review confirmed that our partnership, including police, health, the council and the voluntary sector is strong and committed. We will continue to work together in Warrington to ensure that safeguarding adults in the borough remains everyone's business.”