Speaking at the launch of Professor Eileen Munro's review into children's social work, Tim Loughton told CYP Now that councils would have to use their resources more effectively.
"We are removing a number of ringfences around allocations," he said. "But it doesn't mean they stop providing services. It means there's greater flexibility for local authorities to decide how best to maximise the funds that they are getting. We've made it very clear to local authorities that safeguarding children is a very high priority. It's not an area where local authorities will be skimping or neglecting."
Reacting to the launch of Munro's review, Marion Davis, president of the Association of Directors of Children's Services, said social work could be improved if resources were focused on supporting professionals to spend more time working with children, young people and their families. But she warned that Ofsted inspections would need to be reformed.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
