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Evidencing outcomes on the agenda as the next Spending Review looms

CYP Now's Outcomes Conference earlier this month brought together leaders in children's services across the voluntary sector, local authorities and government to debate the way ahead for evidencing what works.

With public services and voluntary organisations continuing to feel the squeeze of financial austerity, the need to make every penny count is greater than ever.

CYP Now's Outcomes Conference on 5 February brought together an array of figures in the sector to discuss best practice on delivering services for children, young people, and families. Delegates heard from leading figures in the children and young people's sector about how to get the best out of services through use of evidence and expertise.

Making better use of resources for troubled children

Andrew Webb, president of the Association of Director's of Children's Services (ADCS), said local authorities must focus on restructuring the highest areas of spending – namely residential care and youth custody – if they are to be able to meet the challenge of delivering improved outcomes at reduced cost.

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