52% of looked-after children had a disability at 31 March 2004 (17 per cent in Scotland)
28% of looked-after children had three or more placements at 31 March 2004 (30 per cent in Scotland)
71% of 16- and 17-year-olds leave care with at least one qualification at SCQF Level 3 (42 per cent in Scotland)
A best value review of Clackmannanshire Council's looked-after children service was undertaken between August and December 2004. A spokeswoman for the council said: "Crucially, the service is generally viewed by parents, children and partner agencies as an efficient, effective and child-centred service."
Source: Scottish Executive.
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