Investigation reveals increase in adoption placement breakdowns

Neil Puffett
Tuesday, January 30, 2018

FoI data shows a rise in adoptions breaking down over the past five years and inconsistent data collection by councils. Experts say findings show the need for better data and improved post-adoption support services.

The number of adoptions breaking down are on the increase, but data is sketchy. Picture: Adobe Stock/kazakova0684
The number of adoptions breaking down are on the increase, but data is sketchy. Picture: Adobe Stock/kazakova0684

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