Concerns a government plan for vulnerable children may take resources away from existing community initiatives are unfounded, say MPs.
Wairarapa MP John Hayes held consultation meetings on the White Paper for Vulnerable Children in Waipukurau, Waipawa, Dannevirke, Pahiatua and Masterton this month and yesterday in Featherston.
A Children's Action Plan developed from the White Paper aims to stem child abuse through better information-sharing.
National list MP Katrina Shanks, speaking at the Featherston meeting, said a "lead professional" supported by Ministry of Social Development managers would put the child at the centre of the process, and coordinate people and agencies to stop or prevent abuse.
Masterton Christian Childcare manager Donna Laing, who attended the Masterton meeting, said she was worried about resourcing for the strategy.