Child Protection Procedures - East Ayrshire Council

3.15.7.21 At an appropriate stage the victim can be advised of
independent support systems which are available to them.
3.15.7.22 The victim's consent for any interviews must be obtained
and he/she must be consulted about the process. In
particular the victim should be given the opportunity of
having a support person present during interviews. The
parent's consent should be sought where appropriate.
3.15.7.23 The victim's consent must be obtained for any medical
examinations.
3.15.7.24 The victim's views must be taken into account regarding
the investigation process and the outcome.
Support to the young perpetrator throughout the investigation
process
3.15.7.25 The social worker and/or residential key worker should
offer specific support to the young perpetrator throughout
this period.
3.15.7.26 At an appropriate stage the young perpetrator can be
advised of independent support systems which are
available to him/her.
Conducting the investigation
3.15.7.27 Those conducting the investigation should be provided
with:
• the allegation in writing
• all statements and reports available in relation to the
allegation.
• medical examination results where appropriate.
3.15.7.28 The investigators should plan what questions are to be
asked beforehand. One person should ask questions and
the other take notes. A written record of each interview
should be completed and signed by both investigators. A
final report summarising the main findings and
recommendations should be completed and signed by both
investigators. This should be passed to the placing
authority for the victim and the senior manager of the host
authority .
The safety of other children
3.15.7.29 Any investigation must also address the possibility of other
young people who may have been abused and the
continuing safety of young people presently residing within
the establishment.
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