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This study is intended to help clarify some of the ethical issues that arise in the context of the real-world application of machine learning in children’s social care. Picture: Adobe Stock

Research 30 March 2021

Ethics review of machine learning in children’s social care

There are good reasons to be skeptical about the value of any predictive analytics tool currently. Picture: Adobe Stock

Research 30 March 2021

Machine learning in children’s services: does it work?

Features 30 March 2021

Digital simulation helps practitioners spot signs of abuse

Appropriate content tailored to each learners’ individual education and support needs is accessible via the AutonoMe app. Picture: Auremar/Adobe Stock

Features 30 March 2021

App gives autonomy to young adults with SEND

Coventry has worked to make the app more accessible, with set-up details available in the top 10 locally spoken languages

Features 30 March 2021

Children share views with keyworkers via app to help improve the care experience

Aycliffe Secure Centre was judged “outstanding” in all areas in September 2019

Features 30 March 2021

Secure children’s homes: Inspections Clinic

Mark Kerr: "We must do better in assessing and understanding the needs and outcomes of children and young people in care"

Features 30 March 2021

Commissioning: Person-centred intelligence

Forum participants discuss ways to improve practice. Picture: Boggy/Adobe Stock

Features 30 March 2021

Family court improvement forum

Research found the use of cannabis and harder drugs increased sharply from age 14 to 17. Picture: Ikon Photography

Research 30 March 2021

Substance Use and Antisocial Behaviour in Adolescence

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Funding 30 March 2021

Youth Endowment Fund – Youth diversion

Emma Harewood is strategic lead at The Lighthouse

Other 30 March 2021

Influencing without authority

Martin Bisp: “I decided I would rather fail in being brave, than live comfortably never knowing if I really had it in me”

Other 30 March 2021

How I Got Here: Martin Bisp

Participating schools audit their anti-bullying practice, taking in everything from staff training to the types of intervention used. Pictures: Posed by models/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 30 March 2021

Whole-school approach brings down bullying

The recruitment of foster carers in Sweden is managed by a national board, potentially leading to greater economies of scale

Best Practice 30 March 2021

Foster care for adolescents with complex needs in Sweden

SidebySide volunteers provide support to help care leavers achieve independence

Other 30 March 2021

#Chances4Children: Bespoke service supports care leavers