In my first blog as President back in April 2024, I said that the year ahead had to be one where childhood matters. We were arguably at a critical moment in the country’s relationship with children and young people and could see only too well the consequences of children’s needs and outcomes not being valued or prioritised. So where are we now?
Back in April, I described my presidential year as one of two halves. Well, that’s the first thing I got wrong! I’m not sure any of us predicted a general election in July, but it was clear that whatever the outcome, it was an opportunity to grab with both hands and make the remaining three quarters really count for children. So, whilst I might like to think that my presidential year will be remembered for my sartorial style (who doesn’t love a double-breasted suit?!), setting the tone with a new government, and representing the sector and children has been a privilege and career highlight.
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