We moved from 17 children’s centres to eight FWCs last December but delayed an in-person launch event until we could invite a number of guests.
The event was held at one of the centres on an estate often referenced by Raheem Sterling as being in sight of Wembley Stadium, but in many respects a long distance away.
There were inputs from the lead member, a parent of children under five years old who had benefited from services, a Citizens Advice rep who gave a case study of assisting the parent to address debt and budgeting, before finally hearing from our voluntary sector partner that provides activities and support for vulnerable adolescents. A ribbon representing all eight FWCs was cut by the mayor to much local cheering.
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