In 2019 the government’s manifesto committed to reviewing the children’s social care system to make sure children and young people get the support they need.
On 15th January 2021, the independent review of children’s social care was announced and Josh MacAlister was appointed as chair. The terms of reference of the review set out its wide ranging and ambitious scope.
Read the full final report here.
Cafcass launches new telephone line for children involved in court proceedings
The government is to increase the funding rate for universal infant free school meals by just 7p a pupil, it was announced on Tuesday, a move immediately branded “inadequate” by the sector.
Infant free school meals funding rises by just 7p a meal in England
The government is to increase the funding rate for universal infant free school meals by just 7p a pupil, it was announced on Tuesday, a move immediately branded “inadequate” by the sector.
Government announces further £5.4 million funding of family mediation voucher scheme
The government has provided a further £5.4 million in funding to help families to resolve disputes such as contact arrangements for children out of court.
