the type of arrangement now to be covered by regulations; these arrangements tended to be known as "home on trial". This term is out of keeping with the aims and expectations involved in such situations, and such arrangements are referred to in the regulations and the associated guidance as placement under the charge and control of a parent, guardian, relative or friend. The 1988 Regulations reflect recognition of the difficulty of such placement decisions and aim to provide a statutory framework which will underpin good practice; they came into force on 1 June 1989. Child abuse 322. Statutory responsibility for the care and protection of children who may be subject to abuse rests with local authority social services departments, although health services, the probation services, police, education and voluntary organizations may also be involved. 323. There has been a worrying increase in the reported incidence of child abuse, in particular sexual abuse. The Government has taken action to improve the handling of child abuse cases; its programme includes legislative changes, the development of guidance for professionals working with children, training and research. 324. In 1984, the Department of Health began a comprehensive review of guidance in relation to child abuse and arranged a series of meetings aimed a improving co ordination between agencies involved in the care and protection o children. Many points raised at these meetings were later incorporated in a consultation document which was published in May 1986. A final version of CCPR/C/58/Add.6 page 71 the guidance was issued in July 1988 under the title "Working together - a guide to arrangements for inter-agency co-operation for the protection of children from abuse", which took account of lessons learned from inquiries, including the judicial inquiry into child sexual abuse in Cleveland in 1987, 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the regulation and protection of children from abuse, including the involvement of various agencies and the development of guidance and frameworks for addressing this issue. The language used is formal and professional, suggesting a focus on policy and practice rather than personal or social issues.

**Category**
Health, Education