Councils fear a rise in vulnerable children
County councils have warned they could struggle to cope with a rise in vulnerable children needing support as a result…
Families
Childcare providers call for more support to reopen safely
The Early Years Alliance has criticised the government for failing to provide any financial support to childcare providers to help…
Councils demand powers to shut nurseries with COVID-19 clusters
Town hall leaders have called for the power to close nurseries and schools if testing indicates clusters of new COVID-19…
Survey reveals parents concerns about children’s mental health
Two-thirds of parents and carers are worried about the long-term impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their child’s mental health,…
New opening guidance issued for childminders in England
The government has issued new guidance for childminders in England, which means that some may be able to open from…
Vulnerable families to receive books during lockdown
Vulnerable families in Bristol are receiving books through a new initiative to support them through the coronavirus lockdown. According to…
Lockdown benefiting family life, report suggests
Parents who are working from home due to the coronavirus lockdown believe the experience could be a positive one for…
Half of midwives do not feel safe making home visits
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has warned it is concerned for its members safety after a survey revealed more…
