A watchdog has issued guidance to help healthcare workers spot early signs of child abuse to avoid another Baby P. Experts say the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence advice could mean more referrals of children who may not be at risk.

A TODDLER raped and murdered by her uncle may be alive today had the authorities heeded warning signs about her home life, according to a damning report.

The chief executive of the organisation responsible for regulating social workers was yesterday suspended over a backlog of cases, including allegations against professionals working with children.

A private home help company has been warned its contract in Norwich could yet be terminated for what county councillors branded “unacceptable” standards of care.

Telecare, equipment and services that support people in their own homes, can help to meet demands from a rapidly rising elderly population and ever increasing costs.

THE Sue Ryder Care Centre in Ely is facing the prospect of closure after it was announced this week that the economic downturn has left it short of the vital funds needed to upgrade the building.