The early intervention approach has saved the taxpayer £2m over the past year and reduced antisocial behaviour, domestic violence, poor parenting and truancy among the 50 families surveyed, according to results announced at an event in Westminster last night (25 October).
The approach that requires high-risk families to sign a contract of responsibility in return for targeted support from the council, has been recognised by the government, which has awarded the council a "community budget" with Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, and 13 other areas.
Members of children’s services who attended the event praised the FRP for its multi-agency approach, which encourages information sharing and long-term support.
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