In an attempt to redress the balance, government adviser on children's services Sir Martin Narey - someone with much experience of opening up public sector services to the private market - has outlined why he believes competition could be a lever for raising standards and efficiency across children's social care (see analysis p12).
Ultimately, improving outcomes for the vulnerable children and young people local authorities care for is what counts. That fact must not be lost sight of in the debate over what mechanisms are put in place to best achieve it.
derren.hayes@markallengroup.com.
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