Privacy notice – Looked-After Children

What we do

The Looked-After Children (LAC) service provides case management for looked-after children whose care plan stipulates that they will not be returning to the care of their original family.

What information we collect

We may collect:

• name and contact details

• social Care ID

• NHS number

• family details

• lifestyle and social circumstances

• financial details

• housing needs

• case file information

• personal appearance and behaviour.

What 'special types' of personal data do we need from you?

We may also collect your:

• physical or mental health details

• racial or ethnic origin

• religious or other beliefs of a similar nature

• social care support outcomes

• criminal proceedings, outcomes and sentences

• offences (including alleged offences)

• immigration

• medical history.

Agencies we might share the information with

We may share your data with:

• police, youth offending team and secure units

• commissioned partners (voluntary and statutory)

• health agencies

• education providers

• other local authorities including international social services

• supported lodging carers

• fostering agencies, residential homes and semi-independent accommodation providers

• ministers of parliament (via complaints).

Why we process the information

The main reasons for which we use personal data are:

• safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

• assessment and intervention to inform provision of services

• administration of financial arrangements

• service delivery and improvements

• Ofsted inspection

• prevention/detection of crime

• planning to improve outcomes for children.