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Young people are being asked to share their views on health services. Picture: Daniel Ernst/Adobe Stock

News 14 February 2024

Young people being sought to help shape health services

The government has announced plans for family support to improve children's oral health. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 8 February 2024

Parents to be offered tooth brushing advice as part of £200m dental care plan

The report is the first to be led by Anne Longfield's Centre for Young Lives. Picture: Commission on Young Lives

News 2 February 2024

Autism support should not require formal diagnosis, says Longfield’s new think tank

The coalition is calling for support hubs to be opened across the country. Picture: Valerii Honcharuk/Adobe Stock

News 1 February 2024

Youth charities issue mental health improvements plea to politicians

Parental mistrust in the SEND system has led to an increase in EHCP applications, MPs say. Picture: Lena May/Adobe Stock

News 1 February 2024

EHCP review could ease £4bn council funding gap, say MPs

Integrated care systems were introduced in July 2022. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 31 January 2024

Call for greater involvement of children’s social care in local health plans

The guidance aims to aid decision making for school leaders. Picture: Nito/Adobe Stock

Analysis 30 January 2024

Support for transgender pupils

Young people report seeing finances as a barrier to their wellbeing, research finds. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 30 January 2024

NEET young people worst affected by work and money worries, survey finds

The government has also announced plans to restrict production of vape flavours aimed at children. Picture: Daisy daisy/Adobe Stock

News 29 January 2024

Youth vaping: Prime Minister announces ban on disposable vapes

Obesity levels decreased in reception aged children but rose and 10- and 11-year-olds. Picture: Adobe Stock/Pavla Zakova

News 29 January 2024

Lack of activity in lockdown linked to sharp rise in childhood obesity

The campaign is urging the next Prime Minister to be a champion for children. Picture: Children's Charities Coalition

News 24 January 2024

Politicians urged to better understand children’s issues ahead of general election

Spending time outside boosts children's mental and physical health, according to campaigners. Picture: Alinsa/Adobe Stock

News 22 January 2024

Inquiry publishes evidence on benefits of child-friendly town planning

The scheme is set to help families impacted by the cost-of-living crisis. Picture: pjjaruwan/ Adobe Stock

News 19 January 2024

Mayor of London confirms holiday meals expansion

Health visitors have reported an increase in families living in poverty, domestic violence and perinatal mental health issues. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 18 January 2024

Health visitor shortage leaves services unable to support vulnerable babies, report warns

Samuel: 'Be honest with children about problems'.

Blogs 12 January 2024

The outlook for children’s mental health in 2024