Fiona Simpson

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Almost of half of clubs are uncertain whether they will reopen in September. Picture: Out of School Alliance

News 29 May 2020

Out of school clubs 'on brink of collapse'

Coronavirus

Covid-19 is 'likely to have a devastating financial impact on families', the Children's Society warns. Picture: The Children's Society

News 29 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Friday 29 May

Coronavirus

More children attended school last week than at any other point during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Thursday 28 May

Coronavirus

Children's services workers are concerned that some children have missed out on vital therapy. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 May 2020

Children's services professionals highlight key concerns during pandemic

Education

More children attended school last week than at any other point during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 27 May 2020

Increase in vulnerable children attending school, latest DfE figures show

Education

NASUWT's general secretary Dr Patrick Roach has called for the government to protect areas with a high BAME population. Picture: NASUWT

News 27 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 27 May

Coronavirus

The government has been criticised over temporary changes to safeguarding regulations that protect vulnerable children and young people

Analysis 27 May 2020

Changes to care responsibilities divide opinion among leaders

Children's Services

The Department for Education released updated guidance allowing childminders to reopen. Picture: Parliament UK

News 26 May 2020

Schools and councils 'must update risk assessments' before SEND pupils return to school

Coronavirus

Children will not recieve free school meals over the summer break, the government has said. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 26 May 2020

DfE confirms 'no plans' for free school meals over summer holidays

Education

Christina Adane has launched a petition for free school meals to be extended over May half term. Picture: Change.org

News 22 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Friday 22 May

Coronavirus

Young people will benefit from funding to provide more training and employment. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 21 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Thursday 21 May

Coronavirus

Young people are concerned about a lack of jobs and training opportunities after lockdown, The Prince's Trust said. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 21 May 2020

Young people 'overwhelmed by panic and anxiety' during lockdown

Mental health