Budget 2018: Hammond pledges £84m for children's social care

Neil Puffett
Monday, October 29, 2018

A total of £84m will be handed to 20 local authorities struggling with high or rising numbers of children in care, Chancellor Philip Hammond has announced.

Chancellor Philip Hammond said he recognises the immediate pressure local authorities face in respect of social care. Picture: UK Parliament
Chancellor Philip Hammond said he recognises the immediate pressure local authorities face in respect of social care. Picture: UK Parliament

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