Fiona Simpson

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Plans to scrap restrictions in schools has split opinion. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 1 July 2021

Williamson: school isolation bubbles could be scrapped in July

Education

Duncan Dunlop will act as an expert adviser on the Care Review. Picture: Independent Review of Children's Social Care

News 1 July 2021

Former Who Cares? Scotland chief to advise on Care Review

Social Care

Nursery closures have left children learning at home. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 30 June 2021

Early years leaders back plans to scrap isolation rules

Early Years

Jo Fisher has previously worked for Luton Council. Picture: Hertfordshire County Council

News 30 June 2021

Hertfordshire names new DCS

Social Care

Gavin Williamson has been criticised over a focus on banning mobile phones in schools. Picture: UK Parliament

News 29 June 2021

Williamson launches consultation on behaviour in schools

Education

More than 70 per cent of adopted people struggled to access support last year, according to Adoption UK. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 29 June 2021

Adopted children face mental health emergency, warns charity

Social Care

Redthread places youth workers in A&E departments. Picture: Redthread

News 29 June 2021

Redthread to target young people before involvement in violence, five-year strategy reveals

Youth Justice

Jo Davidson, director, the Staff College: “We’re helping people to better understand what the reality of being a director is”

Analysis 29 June 2021

Programme prepares the future leaders of children’s services

Children's Services

Kevan Collins spoke to the Education Select Committee. Picture: Parliament TV

News 29 June 2021

Collins calls for 10-year education catch-up plan funded through Pupil Premium

Education

Sencos say they are often pulled away from their duties. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 June 2021

Millions of children missing out on vital SEND support, Sencos say

Education

Ofsted has updated inspection guidance for schools and colleges. Picture: Phil Adams

News 28 June 2021

Explained: Changes to Ofsted guidance to reduce sexual harassment in schools

Education

The activities will involve outdoor sports and team building. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 25 June 2021

Kent invests £10m in young people’s summer activity scheme

Youth Work