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First MPSV child-protection review identifies gaps in coordination

The commission calls for better information sharing and continuity of child protection when families move between OSPOD jurisdictions.

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Information verifiedLast editorial review: 14.10.2026.
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The commission calls for better information sharing and continuity of child protection when families move between OSPOD jurisdictions.

The Czech Labour and Social Affairs Ministry published findings from its commission’s first review of an unnatural child death on 14 October. The report identifies systemic coordination gaps: relevant information existed but was not brought together into ongoing risk assessment. It does not determine the responsibility of particular people or institutions.

Recommendations include stronger coordination by OSPOD, the child social and legal protection authorities, regular cooperation between specialists and faster sharing of current information. The commission highlights continuity of protection when a family moves and another OSPOD takes over the case.

The ministry is preparing an information system and legislative changes. These are findings and recommendations, not newly effective parental duties or already launched services. Further case details are withheld because of ongoing criminal proceedings and privacy. See the official MPSV notice. The cover is a conceptual AI illustration.

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