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Young people will struggle to enter the jobs market, sector leaders have warned.

19 May 2020

Youth unemployment: government must pledge £1bn to tackle crisis, experts warn

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75,000 families are set to benefit from the grants. Picture: Adobe Stock

19 May 2020

Children's minister pledges £37m SEND boost

Education

Barnardo's chief executive Javed Khan has warns children's services are facing a 'perfect storm' of cuts and surge in demand. Picture: Alex Deverill

18 May 2020

Children’s services 'ill-prepared for devastating impact of coronavirus', charities warn

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge join Heads Together volunteers for a Mental Health Week message. Picture: Heads Together

18 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Monday 18 May

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Micheal Gove told local authorities and schools to 'know their responsibilities'. Picture: Parliament UK

18 May 2020

Poorer pupils 'worst affected' by school closures, study warns, amid row over reopening

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Youth workers have reported less contact with young people during lockdown. Picture: Alex Deverill

15 May 2020

National data standard for youth work launches

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Chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick will meet with education and early years leaders. Picture: Parliament UK

15 May 2020

Coronavirus round-up: Friday 15 May

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Oxfordshire's youth justice service has been rated 'good' by inspectors. Picture: Adobe Stock

15 May 2020

Oxfordshire youth justice service praised over work to tackle child criminal exploitation

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Children's homes have seen an increase in referrals for short term placements. Picture: Adobe Stock

14 May 2020

Children's home providers 'fear influx of referrals' as lockdown lifts

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Schools could open and close at different times if further lockdown measured are imposed, experts have warned

14 May 2020

Local Government Association: Give councils power to close schools and nurseries with new Covid-19 cases

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the furlough scheme. Picture: Parliament UK

13 May 2020

UK furlough scheme: Early years sector welcomes extension

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The Department for Education released updated guidance allowing childminders to reopen. Picture: Parliament UK

13 May 2020

Coronavirus daily round-up: Wednesday 13 May

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The committee heard evidence on the impact of Covid-19 on vulnerable children. Picture: Education select committee

13 May 2020

Covid-19 impact on vulnerable children: key messages from education committee hearing

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The NCS Trust says it has adapted the autumn programme. Picture: NCS Trust

13 May 2020

NCS removes residential stays from autumn programme

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Parents are concerned lockdown is affecting their child's education. Picture: Adobe Stock

13 May 2020

Coronavirus round-up: Thursday 14 May

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