Performance Children who ceased to be looked after by the local authority as a result of special guardianship orders in years ending 31 March
2006 Liverpool 0 NorthWest 10 England total 70
2007 Liverpool 15 North West 130 England total 750
2008 Liverpool 25 North West 220 England total 1,100
Source: Department for Children, Schools and Families. Local figures are
rounded to the nearest five, regional to the nearest 10
Since special guardianship orders were introduced in December 2005, Liverpool has seen an increase in the numbers of looked-after children benefiting from the process. The aim of the orders is to create greater permanence for children who can no longer live with their parents.
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