Fiona Simpson

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Windsor and Maidenhead youth offending service has been praised for 'outstanding' joint working. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 20 November 2020

Windsor and Maidenhead YOS rated ‘good’ by inspectors

Youth Work

The House of Lords has raised concerns about the impact of lockdown on vulnerable children. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 20 November 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Friday 20 November

Coronavirus

The commission has raised concerns about increasing poverty rates.

News 20 November 2020

Covid-19 ‘having a devastating impact on children’s rights’

Health

Campaigners are calling for a ban on unregulated accommodation for all young people. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 19 November 2020

Lords' debate ramps up calls for outright ban of unregulated placements

Social Care

Social workers are being forced to take time off work, new DfE figures show. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 19 November 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Thursday 19 November

Coronavirus

During lockdown many young offenders missed out on education. Picture: Peter Young

News 19 November 2020

Education committee launches prison learning inquiry

Youth Justice

Children are spending more time online during the Covid-19 pandemic. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 19 November 2020

Digital safeguarding conference explores how to protect children online amid pandemic

Safeguarding and child protection

Less children are now attending school, new DfE figures show. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 18 November 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 18 November

Coronavirus

Young people have been offered days out during the pandemic. Picture: YHA (England & Wales)

News 17 November 2020

Charities call for ‘roadmap’ to reopening outdoor education

Education

Hull is now the worst infected area in England. Picture: Hull City Council

News 17 November 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Tuesday 17 November

Coronavirus

Bullying and anxiety may also be behind an increase in home education, the LGA says. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 16 November 2020

Millions of children ‘missing out on full-time education’, LGA warns

Coronavirus

Andy and the Odd Socks have released a song to mark Anti-Bullying Week. Picture: Anti-Bullying Alliance

News 16 November 2020

#Chances4Children: UK unites for Anti-Bullying Week

Chances4Children