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Education committee chair Robert Halfon says "everything must be done" to support disadvantaged children. Picture: Parliament UK

News 20 April 2020

MPs probe effect of Covid-19 pandemic on disadvantaged white children

Early years settings face uncertain futures over the changes. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 20 April 2020

Early years sector 'in jeopardy' after government U-turn on furlough funding

Gavin Williamson led the government press briefing on Sunday. Picture: UK Prime Minister/Twitter

News 20 April 2020

DfE unveils home learning support as fostered children stay away from school

Professionals working with families have been asked to share their experiences of the pandemic. Picture: Children's Society

News 20 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Monday 20 April

Cornwall Council has launched an appeal for emergency accommodation. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 17 April 2020

Cornwall Council launches emergency appeal for care leaver accommodation

Youth workers are using online programmes to continue vital services. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 17 April 2020

Youth work services move online to protect vulnerable children

Mervyn Kaye is the chief executive of Lewisham's Youth First.

News 17 April 2020

How one youth organisation is coping with lockdown

The NSPCC has said it is 'increasingly concerned' by a rise in calls. Picture: NSPCC

News 17 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Friday 17 April

Health secretary Matt Hancock has announced testing for key workers. Picture: Parliament UK

News 17 April 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Friday 24 April

Some social workers had been forced to provide their own protective kit. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 15 April 2020

Children's home staff 'extremely anxious' over lack of PPE

A school in Shrewsbury has made face shields for NHS staff. Picture: Old Hall School

News 15 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Wednesday 15 April

Adoptive families may face "greater stress" amid the pandemic. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 14 April 2020

Adoption Support Fund to subsidise online services amid Covid-19 pandemic

Youth services are working to support young people online. Picture: Positive Youth Foundation

News 14 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Tuesday 14 April

New parents may have less support during the pandemic. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 April 2020

Government urged to keep babies safe amid pandemic

St John Ambulance are among charities listed as eligible for funding. Picture: St John Ambulance

News 13 April 2020

Coronavirus: Funding advice for charities