Derren Hayes

Derren Hayes

derren.hayes@markallengroup.com

The study found the free school programme had increased competition for school places resulting in negative outcomes for neighbouring state schools
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Research highlights 'negative impact' of free schools on local education

Education
Children on child protection plans are less likely to be accepted for mental health support. Picture: Mediteraneo/AdobeStock
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Social work involvement acts as barrier to mental health support, study finds

Health
A review has found reforms of youth custody over the past 25 years have failed to make it safe for children. Picture: Phil Adams
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Campaigners call for swift closure of child prisons

Youth Justice
The winners of the CYP Now Awards 2024 will be unveiled on 28 November
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CYP Now Awards 2024: Shortlisted entries announced

Early Years
Many teachers don't feel confident in their skills to support children with SEND. Picture: NTI
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Regularly assess pupils' non-academic abilities to identify SEND sooner, experts say

Education
Shelter's Neate: 'Government must create a cross-department strategy to tackle rising homelessness'. Picture: Shelter
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Children living in temporary accommodation hits record level, official figures show

Social Care
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson visited a family hub in Derby recently. Picture: Derby City Council
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Call for clarity on family hubs funding

Early Years
Residents of Kingston upon Hull helped clear up damage caused by the violent disturbances. Picture: Hull City Council
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Sector leaders speak out over racially motivated violence

Youth Work
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In August’s CYP Now: Labour’s key policies; kinship care; family support special

Children's Services
The Supporting Families funds much of the early help delivered by councils. Picture: Adobe Stock
Features

Special Report: Family support and family hubs

Children's Services
Research has shown that investing in family support services early delivers better health and academic outcomes. Picture: DGL Images/Adobe Stock
Features

The Big Debate: Are family hubs the best way to meet families’ support needs?

Children's Services
Family hubs are being used to improve integration across services. Picture: South Tyneside Council
Other

Key Data: Funding of family hubs programme

Children's Services