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<p>The indirect impact of COVID-19 has been significant for pregnant women and young
families. Therefore, support for families is a priority, as is responding to the increased
risk of hidden harms. Chief Nurses together with the Local Government Association
have recommended front-line support for children and families is maintained throughout
the winter, with health visitors continuing to prioritise vulnerable families.</p><p>New
support for safeguarding vulnerable babies was introduced during the COVID-19 response.
Cross-Government work is underway to build on lessons from early lockdown and establish
best practice. In addition, the Early Years Health Adviser (the Rt hon. Member Andrea
Leadsom MP) is carrying out a review. Part of the review will be to look at lessons
learned from COVID-19, including minimising the risks from the pandemic to very young
children.</p>
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