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LGA reports 1,400% increase in child modern slavery referrals

Referrals of suspected child victims of modern slavery made by councils in England have soared by 1,400% in five years, putting children’s services under increasing and significant pressure, the Local Government Association (LGA) has warned.

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Commissioner warns of a lost generation of teenagers

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DfE ‘does not have a grip’ on SEND system

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Doing ‘the right thing’ for mental health services makes financial sense

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£1m investment in student mental health projects

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Domestic abuse can lead to drug dealing and sexual abuse

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Mumps breaks out across England

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Met launches guide to safeguarding children from sexual violence

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Derby girl missed education because of council delays

The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) has criticised Derby City Council after a girl with autism missed out on 18 months of special education support because of council delays.