The Prevent duty: safeguarding learners (DfE): what changed on 2 October 2026

GOV.UK changed this on 2 October 2026 · Detected 8 October 2026 · Published here 8 October 2026

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The Prevent duty: safeguarding learners (DfE)

GOV.UK change note

Added guidance on weaponry or explosives fixation, and on antisemitism, to the 'Concerning behaviours' section of 'The Prevent duty: practical guidance for designated safeguarding leads'.

AI summary

The 'Concerning behaviours' section of the practical guidance for DSLs has been updated to include guidance on fixation with weaponry or explosives and guidance regarding antisemitism.

What the document says

demonstrating a fixation with weaponry or explosives (this may include posing in concerning photographs or videos with weaponry) without an otherwise reasonable explanation

Who this affects

Designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) in England and Wales.

Official referenceGOV.UKThe Prevent duty: safeguarding learners (DfE)Members: what to do next

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