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

15 April 2020

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

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

15 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Wednesday 15 April

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Councillor Peter said North Tyneside Council is "absolutely committed to children". Picture: North Tyneside Council

15 April 2020

Ofsted praises 'outstanding' council's 'thriving' social work environment

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The Duke of Sussex held a video call with families and carers. Picture: WellChild

15 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Thursday 16 April

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

14 April 2020

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

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Rules come into force at the end of October to curb the use of agency social workers

14 April 2020

Consortium wins £3m tender to run government DCS programme

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

14 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Tuesday 14 April

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

13 April 2020

Government urged to keep babies safe amid pandemic

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

13 April 2020

Coronavirus: Funding advice for charities

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Health visitors have been left without gloves and hand sanitiser, Unite the Union says. Picture: Adobe Stock

10 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Friday 10 April

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Just 12 per cent of children are currently attending nursery. Picture: Adobe Stock

9 April 2020

Half of nurseries open to children of Covid-19 keyworkers, study finds

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Many workers have volunteered for 72-hour shifts. Picture: Adobe Stock

9 April 2020

Children's home staff levels at 95 per cent despite Covid-19 outbreak

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge suprised school staff and pupils. Picture: Kensington Palace

9 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Thursday 9 April

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Education Secretary Gavin Williamson announced more support for schools. Picture: Adobe Stock

8 April 2020

Coronavirus daily digest: Morning update

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Charities have called on Chancellor Rishi Sunak to increase child benefits. Picture: Parliament UK

8 April 2020

Coronavirus: Sunak urged to increase child benefit rate

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