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Andrea Leadsom MP previously led a cross-government review into a child's first 1,001 days of life

News 16 July 2020

Andrea Leadsom to lead review into health inequalities among babies and infants

Young people reported feeling isolated during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 13 July 2020

Third of young people left without mental health support during lockdown, survey finds

Experts recommend a 'blended' model of face-to-face and remote support for young people. Picture: Youth Access

News 9 July 2020

Remote therapy could bring positive outcomes to young people after lockdown, report says

The average one form entry primary school will receive roughly £18,000 per year, the DfE said. Picture: Youth Sport Trust

News 6 July 2020

DfE confirms sport premium funding for primary schools

Around a third of primary pupils attended school last week in England

News 30 June 2020

#Chances4Children: Charity launches resource to support pupil wellbeing

The former RNIB's Pears Centre is now run by Warwickshire Council. Picture: RNIB

News 24 June 2020

RNIB failures led to some children in its care being harmed, charity watchdog says

Lisa Harker, Nuffield FJO’s director, said the new findings showed the rise in care numbers is a mental health crisis as much as a parenting crisis

News 17 June 2020

Mothers in care proceedings more likely to have pre-existing mental health problems, study finds

Families with children that have complex needs and disabilities can apply for grants of around £500 for vital equipment through the Family Fund

Funding 15 June 2020

Guide to government coronavirus funding

Sport will be vital in helping children recover from lockdown, the Youth Sports Trust said. Picture: Youth Sports Trust

News 12 June 2020

Government urged to clarify future of PE and sport funding for primary schools

Blogs 10 June 2020

Why we cannot let Covid-19 compromise young people’s future health

More young people say they are suffering with anxiety during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 29 May 2020

Mental health charities join forces to tackle surge in demand for services

Children's services workers are concerned that some children have missed out on vital therapy. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 28 May 2020

Children's services professionals highlight key concerns during pandemic

Young people in the UK rank in the bottom quarter of countries for life satisfaction. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 19 May 2020

Young people in England 'among most unhappy in Europe'

A quarter of parents said their child is struggling to access mental health support. Picture: Young Minds

News 13 May 2020

Covid-19 could cause long-term damage to young people’s mental health, warns charity

Adoption UK says many vulnerable children may need extra support when schools fully reopen. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 4 May 2020

Charity calls for extra support for adopted children on return to school