The Children Act was amended in 2004 primarily in response to the tragic death of Victoria Climbié in 2000, which exposed serious failures in child protection and inter-agency coordination. The 2004 amendment aimed to strengthen child safeguarding, improve coordination between agencies involved in children's welfare, and create clearer responsibilities for local authorities and organizations working with children. It introduced the role of a Children's Commissioner, established Local Safeguarding Children Boards, and mandated local authorities to appoint directors of children’s services to oversee child protection efforts. The Act built upon the 1989 Children Act with an emphasis on the welfare and well-being of children, ensuring they are healthy, safe, and able to achieve positive outcomes in life. It also incorporated the principles of the "Every Child Matters" initiative, focusing on comprehensive child welfare, promoting cooperation, and enhancing child protection systems across the UK.