4.10 The Responsible Authority will make arrangements to involve others in the work of the SMB as needed. This may involve co-option (or possibly full membership) where there is a significant and sustained engagement with MAPPA. But mostly it will be sufficient for the Responsible Authority to ensure that there is effective dialogue and that the agency is aware of MAPPA and local public protection issues. Those with a relevant interest may include:

• Community Rehabilitation Companies
• Treatment providers
• The Crown Prosecution Service
• Housing Associations
• HM Courts and Tribunals Service

Standard: The SMB develops appropriate links with other local multi-agency forums

4.11 The SMB should ensure that MAPPA has effective links with local multi-agency forums in its area, in order to facilitate a joint approach to addressing common public protection issues.

4.12 The Responsible Authority should develop written protocols to identify how MAPPA will work and exchange information with, for example:

• Local Safeguarding Children Boards/Safeguarding Partnerships.
• Community Safety Partnerships.
• Local Criminal Justice Boards.
• Safeguarding Adults Boards / Safeguarding Vulnerable Adult Partnerships.
• Prevent Boards