The review is being headed by Gwenda Thomas, the assembly member for Neath, who previously chaired the Social Services Committee of West Glamorgan County Council. Ms Thomas is also to lead an examination of the policy implications of the inquiry established by the home secretary in the light of the Soham murder trial.
Announcing the review at the offices of the charity Children in Wales, first minister Rhodri Morgan said, 'Over the past four years a number of guidelines and measures have been introduced to secure the protection of children, and the promotion of their welfare.
'This review will assess progress on the delivery of services on the ground to identify how lessons have been learned and guidance and good practice implemented.'
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