Local authority cuts could lead to loss of early intervention support, DCSs warn

Fiona Simpson
Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Local authorities will be forced to slash early intervention services for children and families in the face of an almost £3bn deficit during the next financial year, the Association of Directors of Children’s Services (ADCS) has warned.

Early intervention services could be cut, the ADCS has warned. Picture: Adobe Stock
Early intervention services could be cut, the ADCS has warned. Picture: Adobe Stock

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