Schools left unsupported by councils as early help referrals surge

Nicole Weinstein
Monday, February 27, 2023

Almost a quarter of early help referrals made by schools are being rejected by councils amid a “surge” in appeals to support families in need, a charity has warned.

Lack of early help support is a key driver of children missing school, experts say. Picture: Wavebreak Media Micro/Adobe Stock
Lack of early help support is a key driver of children missing school, experts say. Picture: Wavebreak Media Micro/Adobe Stock

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