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Research by the National Association of Fostering Providers (NAFP) on local authority commissioning practice revealed independent and voluntary sector providers preferred framework contract agreements because they created efficiencies for all parties.
The IFA South Central Framework, a regional consortium of 14 local authorities and 52 independent fostering providers set up by Southampton City Council in April 2017, was highlighted in the NAFP survey for its positive partnership work, something respondents said was lacking in some other areas.
South Central's aims are not only to improve outcomes for children in foster placements but also to develop and shape the market to better meet the needs of local authorities.
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