Commissioner warns of a lost generation of teenagers
The Children’s Commissioner for England has warned thousands of teenagers are falling through the gaps in the school and social…
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Norfolk agrees to increased scrutiny of SEND children services
Norfolk County Council has agreed to regular scrutiny of its services for children with Special Educational Needs (SEND) after an…
Third of nurseries in disadvantaged areas could close
A third of nurseries in the most disadvantaged areas could be forced to close their doors permanently because of COVID-19…
Bradford Council mulls buying two children’s homes
Senior councillors in Bradford are to discuss buying two residential children’s homes for £900,000 next week. The council’s executive will…
New child and family protection website launched
A new website has been launched to promote best practice in child and family protection across the world. The How…
Young carers unable to get a break in lockdown
Lockdown restrictions and anxiety related over COVID-19 have added to the difficulties faced by many young carers, according to a…
Childcare sector facing mass closures
Nurseries, pre-schools and childminders could have to close their doors without urgent government help, according to a leading industry body….
Younger children struggling with mental health difficulties in lockdown
Children aged between four and 10 years old have experienced more mental health difficulties than teenagers during the lockdown, according…
