15 working days..the rapid review is a sprint not a marathon. With the pressure it is placing on partners, is it time to question what can realistically be achieved in that timescale - how wide, how deep, how focussed? what are you observing on the ground? ... See more

What makes a great mentor? As we prepare to film our mentoring masterclass we are considering this. We would value your thoughts

The Home Office are ahead of the game when it comes to advocacy and support for families through reviews. We see this less in other reviews, but interestingly 'serious case reviews' are mentioned in the letter https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/806951/Guidance_for_DHR_chairs_support_for_families.pdf ... See more

Do you participate in reviews & learning activity? Sharing with us your time, your expertise, your energy and your analytical skills is everything. What you bring to us can either make or break the quality of the review. You are our unsung heroes. How can we support you more? ... See more

Our trainee SILP reviewers have prepared over a number of months for their launch into the spotlight as accredited SILP reviewers. The process involves completing a 3 day course, passing a written assessment, preparing their CVs & accessing our online resource hub before we arrange a mentor for their first review ... See more

An end to the postcode lottery for support survivors of domestic abuse & their children receive. New duties on local authorities, & research from University of Birmingham today highlighting the impact of DA on mental health. There's so much momentum building behind this agenda. If we participate in the 12 week consultation perhaps we can help maintain its prevalence in this volatile political environment ... See more

Timing makes all the difference when it comes to engaging families in reviews. Subscribe to our newsletter to join the discussion : info@reviewconsulting.co.uk

In reviews we see learning disability, autism and challenging behaviour as issues where training needs have not been met. The CQC's findings on segregation in hospitals support this need. Does the right training and support exist? Is it accessible? ... See more

The advantages of online training are hard to ignore. Tell us about your experiences

It's graduation week for SILP trainees ! Congratulations to all trainees who have worked so hard to reach this stage in their journey. We welcome our new SILP accredited reviewers. An exciting new phase begins ... See more