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Cathi Hadley will move to become DCS at BCP Council. Picture: West Northamptonshire Council

News 11 November 2021

Northamptonshire DCS resigns

Vulnerable children risk missing out on care, Ofsted has warned. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 11 November 2021

Foster care system ‘reaching breaking point’ as demand outweighs capacity

If accepted, the case could have led to compensation claims against councils. Image: Pheelingsmedia / Adobestock

News 10 November 2021

Councils not deemed liable for care duties under section 20 ruling

Josh MacAlister at an engagement event for the Care Review earlier this year. Picture: Josh MacAlister

News 9 November 2021

Care Review launches penultimate stage of project

Ofsted is proposing changes to inspections of children's homes and holidays schemes for disabled children. Picture: Phil Adams

News 8 November 2021

Ofsted launches consultation over interim children’s home inspections

Young people reported having multiple social workers before turning 18. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 1 November 2021

Young people set out recommendations for Care Review

Ofsted's Yvette Stanley described the guidance changes as "a real step forward". Picture: Ofsted

News 28 October 2021

Greater regulatory oversight of large children’s home and childcare providers needed, Ofsted warns

Care-experienced parents feel judged if they ask for help, campaigners say. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 27 October 2021

Councils asked to sign new charter enshrining rights of care-experienced parents

Rishi Sunak has announced the first CSR since 2015. Picture: HM Treasury

News 27 October 2021

Spending Review: Sunak's pledges for children, young people and families

Social workers create storyboards with children to help explain court proceedings. Picture: Africa Studio/Adobe Stock

Analysis 26 October 2021

Cafcass sharpens practice focus

Josh MacAlister says he hopes the new report will lead to better recommendations. Picture: Frontline

Features 26 October 2021

Interview: Josh MacAlister, Care Review chair

Alison O’Sullivan is chair of the National Children’s Bureau and former ADCS president

Opinion 26 October 2021

Justice system needs to recognise impact of care

Andrew Webb is independent chair of the Consortium of Voluntary Adoption Agencies

Opinion 26 October 2021

We must do more to support adolescents at risk

Roughly one in 10 managers manage more than one home. Picture: Christine Bird/Adobe Stock

Features 26 October 2021

Inspections Clinic: Registering homes and managers

Asylum-seeking children do not have a right to sponsor UK entry of family members for family reunion purposes. Picture: Pressmaster/Adobe Stock

Features 26 October 2021

Legal Update: Support for Afghan children