Childcare workers with ‘red flags’ should be on database to prevent them ‘shopping around’ for lax centres, inquiry told

Head of NSW police child sex abuse squad also advises parents to report concerns directly to police – not their childcare centreFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe head of the New South Wales police child sex abuse squad has called for the creation of a national database of childcare workers who have had “red flags” raised that fall short of criminal prosecution.Giving evidence before a government inquiry into the early childhood education sector in NSW, Det Supt Linda Howlett said such a database would allow centres to share intelligence about former employees who have faced serious allegations that didn’t result in criminal charges. They are still allowed to work with children. Continue reading...

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