Strong partnerships between social workers and other agencies are integral throughout any child protection case, two experts have warned following a BBC documentary about a social work team in Bristol.
Sarah Teather is apologising that her rather functional Westminster office is not as homely as those of fellow ministers. "You should see some of them, especially the men's - have you seen Tim Loughton's?" she giggles. "They like to nest. But I've no...
By 2020, there will be 21 per cent more primary-age children in England than in 2010, with certain places set for explosive growth. Charlotte Goddard looks at the implications for children's services.
Social workers and police officers work side by side in Hertfordshire's Joint Child Protection Investigation Team to respond swiftly to allegations of child abuse. Jo Stephenson paid it a visit.
Positive for Youth In December 2011 the government released its Positive for Youth statement, setting out all its policies for young people aged 13 to 19 for the first time.
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Population boom England's primary-age population is projected to rise 21% by 2010 – can services cope?
Exclusive interview with Sarah Teather Children's minister speaks out on localism, fairness and welfare reform
The child protection investigation team Fly-on-the-wall feature on a joint team of social workers and police officers
Youth work activity resource packs. Topics range from financial literacy to sexual health.
The shape of youth services to come As local authorities rein in expenditure, five councils explain their thinking as they strive to make savings to youth services
Back to Education Government reforms will open up alternative education to a greater number of providers. But will more choice lead to better performance? Tom de Castella reports.
Careers: Speech and language therapist Speech and language problems can hold children back. Andy Hillier looks at how therapists make a difference.
Skills for the Job: Writing funding applications What steps should you take to ensure that your funding application stands out from the crowd? Andy Hillier finds out.
Professional boundaries The success of social work often relies on the strength of the relationship between the professional and the client. But there's a danger that workers can become too close and overstep the boundaries. Maria Ahmed reports.
Safeguarding: Advocacy programme gives children chance to be heard Children do not usually attend child protection conferences despite the potential impact on their lives. Jo Stephenson discovers how a child protection advocacy service is helping them to have a say.
In September, I was given the rare opportunity to visit parliament and interview MPs and peers
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