The Department for Education (DfE) has issued guidance for children’s homes and residential special schools on managing isolation during the coronavirus outbreak. Read the full article on this link to Children & Young People Now Share this:Click...
Coronavirus Bill could remove council duties to care leavers
The Coronavirus Bill could allow the government to suspend key duties carried out by councils, including responsibilities for children leaving care, if the virus leaves local authorities unable to meet statutory duties. Read the full article on this...
‘Keep caring to 18’ campaign launches amid government consultation
A campaign to ensure all young people up to the age of 18 are not placed in unregulated supported accommodation has been launched by a raft of children’s charities and groups. The launch comes as the government considers plans a crackdown on...
Children who have social workers
What Works for Children’s Social Care has published a report evaluating interventions for children in education who have had a social worker. The report identifies ten projects which show ‘Signs of Potential’ and seem to narrow the attainment gap...
Review of care system: open letter
The NSPCC, along with 26 other charities and groups have submitted an open letter to Education Secretary Gavin Williamson, urging the government to move forward with a commitment to carry out a ‘bold and broad’ independent review of the care system...
Social workers: are you aware of foster carers’ full entitlements?
A chartered tax adviser gives advice on the financial help available to foster carers of children with additional needs. Read the full article on this link to Community Care Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on...
