Sedgemoor, which has more than 65 homes and 14 schools throughout the country for children with complex needs, had been involved in talks with potential buyers but was unable to agree terms (CYP Now, 19-25 September 2007).
Last week KPMG Restructuring was appointed as administrator and subsequently negotiated the sale of 13 of the company's homes, each of which accommodates one to four children. However, a senior figure in the residential child care sector warned the future is "uncertain" for the rest of Sedgemoor's homes, schools and staff, adding: "Local authorities are making contingency plans in case any children have to be moved."
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