What actions need to be taken when there are concerns?

Concerns that an individual may be vulnerable to radicalisation, does not mean that you think the person is a terrorist, it means that you are concerned they are at risk of being exploited/groomed by others.

If you have a concern that a patient/service user or colleague is being radicalised, you should raise this with your line manager or safeguarding team.

Remember – we all have a duty of care and safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

Channel Panel

Prevent is all about finding the most appropriate support to divert somebody from the path of radicalisation. In some cases they may be offered support by the local authority through the Channel safeguarding process.

Channel panels

Channel panels [2] are a multi-agency process that support and assess the vulnerability of individuals at risk of radicalisation and provide the most appropriate support plan tailored to their needs. Any initial concern may turn out to be unwarranted, but equally exploring a concern may find evidence that the person is being groomed for criminal activity.

Assessment criteria

The Channel Panel [2] assesses vulnerability using three criteria.

The three criteria are shown in the diagram.

Support plan

Participation is entirely voluntary. Support offered will vary according to the nature and extent of the vulnerability that has been identified by the panel; this may include targeted interventions (including faith guidance, counselling or diversionary activities) or by providing access to specific services such as health or education.

Information Sharing

We need to make sure that we share information. There have been cases where not sharing information has resulted in missed opportunities. There are seven golden rules for information sharing.

Data Protection Act (2018)

The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) [4] provides a framework for ensuring that personal information is shared appropriately. The DPA 2018 has been written to translate GDPR into UK law and it is, therefore, important that GDPR and DPA 2018 are read side by side.

Be open and honest

Be open and honest with the person (and/or their family where appropriate) on what information will be shared and why, unless it is unsafe or inappropriate to do so.

Seek advice

Seek advice if you are in any doubt, without disclosing the identity of the person where possible.

Speak with your safeguarding lead or organisational Caldicott Guardian who will be able to offer advice.

Share with consent

Share with consent where appropriate. You may still share information without consent if, in your judgement, that lack of consent can be overridden in the public interest.

Safety and well-being

Consider the safety and well-being of the person and others who may be affected by any actions.

Ensure information is necessary

Ensure the information you share is: necessary, proportionate, relevant, accurate, timely and secure.

Keep a record

Keep a record of your decisions and reasons for sharing information.

Key Points

Don’t rely on others to refer, you have a duty and responsibility to report any concerns you have about an adult or child who you think may be vulnerable to being drawn into extremism

Next Steps

Continue to the Preventing Radicalisation - Basic Prevent Awareness eAssessment. This should be completed to demonstrate the required knowledge and understanding and to complete the training. Remember to also familiarise yourself with local procedures.

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