CDOP undertakes a review of all deaths of children who are resident within Leicester. More details regarding the core purpose and key functions and can be found in the CDOP Procedures.
The Child Death Overview Panel meets regularly to complete a multi-agency evaluation of all child deaths in the area. The Child Death Review manager and panel, on behalf of the LSCB, oversees notification of deaths and reports any areas of concern to the LSCB and where appropriate undertakes in-depth asssessment of specific cases. CDOP aims to identify local lessons and issues of concern, and where appropriate to advocate the need for changes in policy, practices and public awareness. The aim is to promote child health and safety and help prevent child deaths.
