Fiona Simpson

Fiona Simpson

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Latest figures reveal 100,000 more children are living in poverty than a year ago. Picture: The Children's Society
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Child poverty numbers rise by 100,000

Social Care
Epic CIC was the first youth-led mutual in London. Picture: Epic CIC
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Youth mutual Epic CIC folds due to government cuts

Youth Work
A shortage of staff could mean children are not safe, sector leaders said
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Coronavirus: Fears staff sickness could lead to children's home closures

Social Care
June O'Sullivan, chief executive of LEYF, has called on the government for more support. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: LEYF opens 25 emergency childcare hubs across London

Early Years
Tens of thousands of childminder jobs are at risk. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: Government urged to support childminders

Early Years
The government has been criticised for undermining a public consultation. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus Bill could remove council duties to care leavers

Children's Services
Guidance has been issued for children with complex conditions. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: Isolation advice for children's homes and special schools

Education
Schools in Scotland and Wales have also closed. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: Schools in England close to most pupils

Education
Coronavirus has closed schools and nurseries. Picture: Daisy Daisy/Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: Five key resources for professionals

Early Years
The government has asked catering providers to provide care packages to replace free school meals. Picture: Lucie Carlier
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Coronavirus: Government announces plans for free school meals

Education
Around 1.5m children are eligible for free school meals. Picture: Adobe Stock
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Coronavirus: Calls for clarity over free school meals in event of closures

Education
Ofsted has put inspections on hold.
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Coronavirus: Ofsted suspends inspections amid outbreak

Education