Analysis by the Institute for Fiscal Studies, into levels of government spending on children between 2000 and 2020, commissioned by Longfield, found that that levels of government spending on children have been broadly maintained over the last 20 years.
Last year, total spending on children from the main government departments which fund services for children - excluding healthcare where data is limited - was more than £120bn or £10,000 per child under 18. This is 42 per cent higher in real terms than it was in 2000/01, although 10 per cent below the high point of £11,300 in 2010/11.
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
