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The state of care

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  • Tuesday, June 10, 2014
    • | CYP Now
After years of rapid growth, England's children-in-care population is beginning to stabilise. Joe Lepper examines the latest trends and best practice in commissioning quality placements for children and young people.

Children's professionals have a duty to help combat obesity

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  • Monday, May 26, 2014
    • | CYP Now
Might George Osborne be remembered as one of the greatest champions of public health? The Chancellor's proposed introduction of a 12-sided bi-metallic pound coin isn't just a forger's nightmare - it is an additional cost and headache to the makers of any UK slot machine.

Editorial: Outsourcing proposals could benefit charities

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  • Tuesday, May 13, 2014
    • | CYP Now
The announcement last month of the consultation into the widescale outsourcing of children's services would have surprised few in the sector. Controversial though it may be, the government has been laying the groundwork for the creation of a children's social care "market" for the past year. But although the direction of travel has been clear for some time, the ramifications of such a move are only now starting to be thought through.

US childhood academic hails UK early intervention initiative

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  • Monday, April 28, 2014
    • | CYP Now
In April, Dr Bruce Perry - the US childhood academic who some believe to be the father of early intervention - visited the UK to see first-hand the approach to tackling social problems that affect children and young people being developed in this country.

What makes the perfect lead member?

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  • Monday, April 14, 2014
    • | CYP Now
A lead member for children's services can be a powerful advocate for children and young people. Joe Lepper asks what makes the perfect lead member?

Where is the long-term plan on job Šcreation?

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  • Monday, March 31, 2014
    • | CYP Now
At an event in parliament last week, young people and MPs gathered to discuss the challenge of youth unemployment. Organised by youth initiative the 99% Campaign, the panel concluded that unless speedy solutions are found to help the near one million young people not in education, employment or training (Neet), the problem could blight a generation for decades.

Raising the participation bar

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  • Monday, March 31, 2014
    • | CYP Now
Young people will soon be required to stay in education or training up to 18, with a key supporting role for local authorities. Charlotte Goddard looks at what councils are doing to fulfil their obligations.

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