Local authority crisis schemes 'failing to support families'
Crisis support schemes run by local authorities are failing to operate effectively with increasing numbers of families turning instead to food banks and other voluntary agencies for help, a report has...
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In Depth
Tackling teenage pregnancies
As national conception rates for girls under 18 fall, three councils' successful approaches are outlined.
Councils make SEND progress amid concerns over quality
It has taken four years to transfer most children with special educational needs and disabilities to a new support system. While parents appear satisfied with the process, campaigners have criticised the quality of some care plans.
Checks for looked-after children
Characteristics of mental health assessments for children in care are analysed as pilots set for launch.
Call to boost school counselling services
Council leaders and professional organisations say mental health green paper should prioritise counselling services based in schools
Naomi House and Jacksplace hospices: the outstanding play team making every day count
Play and playfulness is central to the work of Naomi House and Jacksplace hospices for children and young people. Charlotte Goddard went to meet their award-winning play team to find out more.
Opinion
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Research
Term, Singleton, Intrapartum Stillbirth...
Researchers aimed to identify potentially preventable failings along the...
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