Fiona Simpson

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A review has been carried out into the deaths of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson. Picture: West Midlands Police/West Yorkshire Police

News 26 May 2022

Review recommends expert child protection units in wake of Star and Arthur deaths

Social Care

Grants are designed to improve youth facilities, DCMS says. Picture: Adobe Stock

Research 26 May 2022

Hundreds of youth groups receive first YIF grants

Youth Work

Naomi Hulston has held 14 positions at Catch22. Picture: Catch22

News 25 May 2022

Catch22 names new chief executive

Youth Work

Will Quince has shared his initial response to the Care Review and CMA report. Picture: DfE

News 24 May 2022

DfE to probe children’s homes workforce after Care Review publication

Social Care

Care leavers should have better access to homes, education and work, the review states. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 24 May 2022

Make care experience a protected characteristic in law, Care Review urges

Social Care

Josh MacAlister has published his recommendations for government. Picture: Frontline

News 23 May 2022

Care Review: Early help central to plans for 'radical reform' of children's social care in England

Social Care

Professional development and support for social workers is set to be implemented by government. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 23 May 2022

Care Review: DfE announces plans for National Implementation Board to oversee reforms

Social Care

Changes to advocacy services for children in care are among recommendations in the Care Review. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 23 May 2022

Care Review: Sector split over 'radical' proposals

Social Care

Dr Jo Casebourne said she is 'really excited' about the potential merger. Picture: EIF

News 23 May 2022

Early Intervention Foundation in talks over merger with What Works for Children’s Social Care

Social Care

Fifty people attended the inaugural conference. Picture: NYA

News 20 May 2022

Sector leaders attend first national youth work and racial justice conference

Youth Work

Improvement at Werrington should be expected, inspectors have said. Picture: HMP Werrington/Twitter

News 20 May 2022

YOI branded ‘most violent prison’ in England and Wales by inspectors

Youth Justice

Childcare leaders have raised concern over the potential impact of reducing staffing ratios. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 19 May 2022

Childcare ratios: DfE reveals further consultation details

Early Years